May Apple vs Light ivory
Where May Apple belongs to Behr's range, Light ivory is a RAL Classic color. Hue-wise, May Apple belongs to the beige-yellow family and Light ivory to the beige family. May Apple (LRV 81) reflects noticeably more light than Light ivory (LRV 68), a difference of 14 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 9.7 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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May Apple vs Light ivory Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see May Apple on one side and Light ivory 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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