Capitol White vs Market Square Shell
Capitol White and Market Square Shell come from the same Benjamin Moore collection. Capitol White reads as beige-white, while Market Square Shell reads as beige-greige — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 37-point LRV gap — 87 for Capitol White vs 50 for Market Square Shell — means Capitol White will open up a space more effectively. Both share a yellow character, which means they'll respond to light and surrounding materials in similar ways. A ΔE of 20.6 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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Capitol White vs Market Square Shell Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Capitol White on one side and Market Square Shell 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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