Ocean Abyss vs Dolphin's Cove
Ocean Abyss (Behr) and Dolphin's Cove (Benjamin Moore) come from different manufacturers. These are both blues, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within blue to land. The 60-point LRV gap — 67 for Dolphin's Cove vs 7 for Ocean Abyss — means Dolphin's Cove will open up a space more effectively. Where Ocean Abyss leans blue, Dolphin's Cove reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 52.3 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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Ocean Abyss vs Dolphin's Cove Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Ocean Abyss on one side and Dolphin's Cove 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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