Ocean Abyss vs Mercurial
Ocean Abyss (Behr) and Mercurial (PPG) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Ocean Abyss belongs to the blue family and Mercurial to the greige-grey family. The 37-point LRV gap — 44 for Mercurial vs 7 for Ocean Abyss — means Mercurial will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 42.7 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 Mercurial Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Ocean Abyss on one side and Mercurial 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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