Barely Teal vs Ocean Spray
Both from Benjamin Moore's palette. Both sit in the blue family, which is useful context if you're narrowing within a single hue direction. Barely Teal (LRV 81) reflects noticeably more light than Ocean Spray (LRV 74), a difference of 7 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Barely Teal runs blue while Ocean Spray is decidedly green and blue, which means they'll respond very differently to warm vs cool light sources. The ΔE 7.6 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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Barely Teal vs Ocean Spray Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Barely Teal on one side and Ocean Spray 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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