Mélange Green vs Obsidian Green

Mélange Green (Sherwin-Williams) and Obsidian Green (Little Greene) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Mélange Green belongs to the beige-green family and Obsidian Green to the green family. The 51-point LRV gap — 53 for Mélange Green vs 1 for Obsidian Green — means Mélange Green will open up a space more effectively. Where Mélange Green leans neutral, Obsidian Green reads green — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 76.0 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. Below, 5 simulated room previews show how each color reads at scale — real-room photos will be added as they become available.

Color Details

Mélange Green

Sherwin-Williams · 6710

Hex#C4C476

LRV52.7

BrandSherwin-Williams

Number6710

Undertone—

TemperatureNeutral

BrightnessMedium

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Obsidian Green

Little Greene · 216

Hex#132019

LRV1.2

BrandLittle Greene

Number216

UndertoneGreen

TemperatureCool

BrightnessDark

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Mélange Green vs Obsidian Green Simulated Comparison

5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Mélange Green on one side and Obsidian Green on the other.

Bathroom

Bedroom

House

Kitchen Cabinets

Living Room

Digital color is approximate. These simulations are generated from the manufacturer's hex values and overlaid on grayscale room photos — your screen's calibration, brightness, and viewing angle all affect how they render. Before committing to either color, test physical samples in your own space under the light you actually live with.

ΔE 76.0 — Very different colors

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