Carolina Gull vs Iris Bliss
Carolina Gull and Iris Bliss come from the same Benjamin Moore collection. Carolina Gull reads as green-grey, while Iris Bliss reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 7-point LRV gap — 34 for Iris Bliss vs 27 for Carolina Gull — means Iris Bliss will open up a space more effectively. Where Carolina Gull leans green, Iris Bliss reads purple — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 22.3 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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Carolina Gull vs Iris Bliss Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Carolina Gull on one side and Iris Bliss 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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