Arroyo Red vs Mistral
Arroyo Red and Mistral come from the same Benjamin Moore collection. Hue-wise, Arroyo Red belongs to the pink-red family and Mistral to the blue family. The 3-point LRV gap — 10 for Mistral vs 7 for Arroyo Red — means Mistral will open up a space more effectively. Where Arroyo Red leans red, Mistral reads blue — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 51.9 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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Arroyo Red vs Mistral Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Arroyo Red on one side and Mistral 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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