Celtic Blue vs Cystern
Celtic Blue (Benjamin Moore) and Cystern (Cloverdale Paint) come from different manufacturers. These are both blue-greys, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within blue-grey to land. The 45-point LRV gap — 45 for Cystern vs 0 for Celtic Blue — means Cystern will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 2.4 puts them in subtle territory — distinguishable in direct comparison, less so from across a room. 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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Celtic Blue vs Cystern Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Celtic Blue on one side and Cystern 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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