Bracken Blue vs S 4010-B70G
Bracken Blue (Benjamin Moore) and S 4010-B70G (NCS) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Bracken Blue belongs to the blue family and S 4010-B70G to the blue-grey family. The 5-point LRV gap — 33 for Bracken Blue vs 28 for S 4010-B70G — means Bracken Blue will open up a space more effectively. Where Bracken Blue leans blue, S 4010-B70G reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 13.1 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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Bracken Blue vs S 4010-B70G Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Bracken Blue on one side and S 4010-B70G 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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