Reef Blue vs Northern Air
Where Reef Blue belongs to Behr's range, Northern Air is a Benjamin Moore color. These are both blues, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within blue to land. Northern Air (LRV 49) reflects noticeably more light than Reef Blue (LRV 45), a difference of 4 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean blue, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. The ΔE 4.0 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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Reef Blue vs Northern Air Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Reef Blue on one side and Northern Air 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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