Chicago Blues vs Straw
Both are Benjamin Moore colors. Chicago Blues reads as blue, while Straw reads as beige — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 70 vs 18, Straw will read as the brighter of the two — a 52-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Chicago Blues's blue character against Straw's red — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 69.7, 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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Chicago Blues vs Straw Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Chicago Blues on one side and Straw 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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