Burnt Ember vs Dolphin
Burnt Ember and Dolphin come from the same Benjamin Moore collection. These are both greys, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within grey to land. The 8-point LRV gap — 24 for Dolphin vs 16 for Burnt Ember — means Dolphin will open up a space more effectively. Where Burnt Ember leans red, Dolphin reads yellow — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 10.6 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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Burnt Ember vs Dolphin Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Burnt Ember on one side and Dolphin 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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