Bison Brown vs Somerville Red
Both from Benjamin Moore's palette. Bison Brown reads as pink, while Somerville Red reads as pink-red — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Somerville Red (LRV 19) reflects noticeably more light than Bison Brown (LRV 9), a difference of 10 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean red, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. With a ΔE of 17.4, 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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Bison Brown vs Somerville Red Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Bison Brown on one side and Somerville Red 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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