Basic Blue vs Citron

Both are Benjamin Moore colors. Hue-wise, Basic Blue belongs to the blue family and Citron to the beige-yellow family. At LRV 52 vs 8, Citron will read as the brighter of the two — a 44-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Basic Blue's blue character against Citron's yellow — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 116.8, 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.