Balboa Mist vs Sterling Shadow
Where Balboa Mist belongs to Benjamin Moore's range, Sterling Shadow is a PPG color. Hue-wise, Balboa Mist belongs to the beige-greige family and Sterling Shadow to the yellow family. Sterling Shadow (LRV 81) reflects noticeably more light than Balboa Mist (LRV 66), a difference of 15 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 7.4 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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Balboa Mist vs Sterling Shadow Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Balboa Mist on one side and Sterling Shadow 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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