Mesclun Green vs Obi Lilac
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Hue-wise, Mesclun Green belongs to the green-yellow family and Obi Lilac to the grey family. Mesclun Green (LRV 42) reflects noticeably more light than Obi Lilac (LRV 39), a difference of 4 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Mesclun Green runs neutral while Obi Lilac is decidedly cool, which means they'll respond very differently to warm vs cool light sources. With a ΔE of 41.3, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. Below, 5 simulated room previews show how each color reads at scale — real-room photos will be added as they become available.
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Mesclun Green vs Obi Lilac Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Mesclun Green on one side and Obi Lilac on the other.
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.
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