Approaching Autumn vs Brush Blue
Approaching Autumn and Brush Blue come from the same Benjamin Moore collection. Hue-wise, Approaching Autumn belongs to the beige family and Brush Blue to the blue-grey family. The 36-point LRV gap — 46 for Approaching Autumn vs 10 for Brush Blue — means Approaching Autumn will open up a space more effectively. Where Approaching Autumn leans red, Brush Blue reads blue — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 55.2 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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Approaching Autumn vs Brush Blue Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Approaching Autumn on one side and Brush Blue 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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