Bonsai Trunk vs Millstream
Both from Behr's palette. Hue-wise, Bonsai Trunk belongs to the grey family and Millstream to the blue family. Millstream (LRV 61) reflects noticeably more light than Bonsai Trunk (LRV 15), a difference of 46 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Bonsai Trunk runs yellow while Millstream is decidedly blue, which means they'll respond very differently to warm vs cool light sources. With a ΔE of 40.4, 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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Bonsai Trunk vs Millstream Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Bonsai Trunk on one side and Millstream 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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