Formal Maroon vs Alaea
Formal Maroon is a Behr color while Alaea comes from Sherwin-Williams. These are both pinks, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within pink to land. At LRV 12 vs 9, Alaea will read as the brighter of the two — a 3-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Formal Maroon's red character against Alaea's warm — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 7.0, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. 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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Formal Maroon vs Alaea Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Formal Maroon on one side and Alaea 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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