Bachelor Blue vs River Reflections paint color comparison

Bachelor Blue vs River Reflections

Both are Benjamin Moore colors. Bachelor Blue reads as blue-grey, while River Reflections reads as greige-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 35 vs 24, River Reflections will read as the brighter of the two — a 12-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Bachelor Blue's blue character against River Reflections's red — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 20.3, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. Below, 5 simulated room previews show how each color reads at scale — real-room photos will be added as they become available.

Color Details

Bachelor Blue
Benjamin Moore · 1629
LRV23.5
BrandBenjamin Moore
Number1629
UndertoneBlue
TemperatureCool
BrightnessDark
River Reflections
Benjamin Moore · 1552
LRV35.3
BrandBenjamin Moore
Number1552
UndertoneRed
TemperatureWarm
BrightnessMedium

Bachelor Blue vs River Reflections Simulated Comparison

5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Bachelor Blue on one side and River Reflections 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.