Lyric Blue vs Shadow Blue
Lyric Blue and Shadow Blue come from the same Behr collection. Hue-wise, Lyric Blue belongs to the blue-grey family and Shadow Blue to the blue family. The 22-point LRV gap — 44 for Shadow Blue vs 22 for Lyric Blue — means Shadow Blue will open up a space more effectively. Both share a blue character, which means they'll respond to light and surrounding materials in similar ways. A ΔE of 18.0 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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Lyric Blue vs Shadow Blue Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Lyric Blue on one side and Shadow Blue 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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