Chiswell Blue vs Peanut Shell

Chiswell Blue and Peanut Shell come from the same Benjamin Moore collection. Chiswell Blue reads as blue-grey, while Peanut Shell reads as beige — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 6-point LRV gap — 35 for Peanut Shell vs 30 for Chiswell Blue — means Peanut Shell will open up a space more effectively. Where Chiswell Blue leans blue, Peanut Shell reads red — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 36.3 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.