Timeless Ruby vs Mardi Gras
Where Timeless Ruby belongs to Behr's range, Mardi Gras is a Benjamin Moore color. These are both pink-reds, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within pink-red to land. Mardi Gras (LRV 19) reflects noticeably more light than Timeless Ruby (LRV 11), a difference of 8 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean red, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. With a ΔE of 11.8, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. 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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Timeless Ruby vs Mardi Gras Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Timeless Ruby on one side and Mardi Gras 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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