Blue Heron vs S 5010-R90B
Blue Heron (Benjamin Moore) and S 5010-R90B (NCS) come from different manufacturers. Blue Heron reads as blue, while S 5010-R90B reads as blue-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 4-point LRV gap — 19 for S 5010-R90B vs 16 for Blue Heron — means S 5010-R90B will open up a space more effectively. Where Blue Heron leans blue, S 5010-R90B reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 12.2 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. 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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Blue Heron vs S 5010-R90B Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Blue Heron on one side and S 5010-R90B 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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