May Apple vs Ocean Abyss
Both are Behr colors. Hue-wise, May Apple belongs to the beige-yellow family and Ocean Abyss to the blue family. At LRV 81 vs 7, May Apple will read as the brighter of the two — a 74-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — May Apple's yellow character against Ocean Abyss's blue — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 65.2, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. 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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May Apple vs Ocean Abyss Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see May Apple on one side and Ocean Abyss 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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