Cedar Key vs Redstone
Both are Benjamin Moore colors. Cedar Key reads as beige-greige, while Redstone reads as pink-red — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 61 vs 16, Cedar Key will read as the brighter of the two — a 45-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. They share a red quality — useful to know if you're layering them in the same space. At ΔE 76.2, 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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Cedar Key vs Redstone Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Cedar Key on one side and Redstone 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.
More Cedar Key comparisons
See how Cedar Key stacks up against other well-photographed colors across different brands and tones.
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A 9-point LRV gap (61 vs 52) makes Cedar Key the marginally brighter of the two.
At LRV 61 vs 30, Cedar Key is decisively the brighter choice.
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At LRV 61 vs 43, Cedar Key is decisively the brighter choice.
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At LRV 84 vs 61, Pure White is decisively the brighter choice.
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At LRV 61 vs 31, Cedar Key is decisively the brighter choice.