California Hills vs Chestertown Buff
Both are Benjamin Moore colors. Hue-wise, California Hills belongs to the beige-yellow family and Chestertown Buff to the beige family. At LRV 53 vs 50, Chestertown Buff will read as the brighter of the two — a 3-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — California Hills's yellow character against Chestertown Buff's red — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 10.5, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. 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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California Hills vs Chestertown Buff Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see California Hills on one side and Chestertown Buff 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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