Balsam vs M377
Where Balsam belongs to Benjamin Moore's range, M377 is a Tikkurila color. Hue-wise, Balsam belongs to the green family and M377 to the green-grey family. Balsam (LRV 15) reflects noticeably more light than M377 (LRV 8), a difference of 7 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 11.5, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. 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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Balsam vs M377 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Balsam on one side and M377 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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