Buff Tone vs Assateague Sand
Where Buff Tone belongs to Behr's range, Assateague Sand is a PPG color. Both sit in the beige family, which is useful context if you're narrowing within a single hue direction. Buff Tone (LRV 66) reflects noticeably more light than Assateague Sand (LRV 63), a difference of 3 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 4.5 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. 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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Buff Tone vs Assateague Sand Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Buff Tone on one side and Assateague Sand 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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