Costa Rica Blue vs Shadow
Costa Rica Blue and Shadow come from the same Benjamin Moore collection. Costa Rica Blue reads as blue, while Shadow reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 37-point LRV gap — 46 for Costa Rica Blue vs 9 for Shadow — means Costa Rica Blue will open up a space more effectively. Where Costa Rica Blue leans blue, Shadow reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 47.8 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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Costa Rica Blue vs Shadow Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Costa Rica Blue on one side and Shadow 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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