Cherry Malt vs Sandblast paint color comparison

Cherry Malt vs Sandblast

Cherry Malt and Sandblast come from the same Benjamin Moore collection. These are both pinks, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within pink to land. Their light reflectance values are nearly the same — 38 vs 38 — so neither will read significantly brighter or darker than the other. Both share a red character, which means they'll respond to light and surrounding materials in similar ways. A ΔE of 1.2 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.

Color Details

Cherry Malt
Benjamin Moore · 2104-50
LRV37.9
BrandBenjamin Moore
Number2104-50
UndertoneRed
TemperatureWarm
BrightnessMedium
Sandblast
Benjamin Moore · 2103-50
LRV38.3
BrandBenjamin Moore
Number2103-50
UndertoneRed
TemperatureWarm
BrightnessMedium

Cherry Malt vs Sandblast Simulated Comparison

5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Cherry Malt on one side and Sandblast on the other.

Bathroom
Bedroom
House
Kitchen Cabinets
Living Room

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.