Overt Green vs Paper
Overt Green (Sherwin-Williams) and Paper (Tikkurila) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Overt Green belongs to the green-yellow family and Paper to the beige-greige family. The 54-point LRV gap — 88 for Paper vs 34 for Overt Green — means Paper will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 51.1 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.
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Overt Green vs Paper Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Overt Green on one side and Paper 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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