Blue Viola vs S 3010-R80B
Blue Viola (Benjamin Moore) and S 3010-R80B (NCS) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Blue Viola belongs to the blue family and S 3010-R80B to the blue-grey family. The 11-point LRV gap — 46 for Blue Viola vs 36 for S 3010-R80B — means Blue Viola will open up a space more effectively. Both share a cool character, which means they'll respond to light and surrounding materials in similar ways. ΔE 9.2 means they're clearly different, but not dramatically so — they'd pair well in the same room. 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 Viola vs S 3010-R80B Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Blue Viola on one side and S 3010-R80B 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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