Alabaster vs Ionic Column
Both from Benjamin Moore's palette. Alabaster reads as beige-greige, while Ionic Column reads as beige — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Alabaster (LRV 85) reflects noticeably more light than Ionic Column (LRV 70), a difference of 15 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Alabaster runs yellow while Ionic Column is decidedly red, which means they'll respond very differently to warm vs cool light sources. The ΔE 7.5 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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Alabaster vs Ionic Column Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Alabaster on one side and Ionic Column 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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