Acorn vs Morrel paint color comparison

Acorn vs Morrel

AcornBenjamin MoorevsMorrelBenjamin MooreΔE 12.8 — Distinct difference

Acorn and Morrel come from the same Benjamin Moore collection. These are both beige-greiges, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within beige-greige to land. The 12-point LRV gap — 32 for Morrel vs 21 for Acorn — means Morrel will open up a space more effectively. Both share a red character, which means they'll respond to light and surrounding materials in similar ways. A ΔE of 12.8 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.

Color Details

Acorn
Benjamin Moore · 1125
LRV20.5
BrandBenjamin Moore
Number1125
UndertoneRed
TemperatureWarm
BrightnessDark
Morrel
Benjamin Moore · AF-125
LRV32.3
BrandBenjamin Moore
NumberAF-125
UndertoneRed
TemperatureWarm
BrightnessMedium

Acorn vs Morrel Simulated Comparison

5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Acorn on one side and Morrel on the other.

Bathroom
Bedroom
House
Kitchen Cabinets
Living Room

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.