Cool Blue vs S 3010-R80B
Cool Blue (Benjamin Moore) and S 3010-R80B (NCS) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Cool Blue belongs to the blue family and S 3010-R80B to the blue-grey family. The 6-point LRV gap — 36 for S 3010-R80B vs 30 for Cool Blue — means S 3010-R80B will open up a space more effectively. Where Cool Blue leans blue, S 3010-R80B reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 23.5 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.
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Cool Blue vs S 3010-R80B Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Cool Blue on one side and S 3010-R80B 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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