Mandarin vs Marquis Orange
Mandarin is a Behr color while Marquis Orange comes from Sherwin-Williams. Both sit in the beige family, which is useful context if you're narrowing within a single hue direction. At LRV 35 vs 27, Mandarin will read as the brighter of the two — a 7-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Mandarin's red character against Marquis Orange's warm — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 7.6, 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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Mandarin vs Marquis Orange Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Mandarin on one side and Marquis Orange 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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