Dark Purple vs Stratton Blue
Dark Purple and Stratton Blue come from the same Benjamin Moore collection. Dark Purple reads as pink-purple, while Stratton Blue reads as blue-green — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 32-point LRV gap — 38 for Stratton Blue vs 6 for Dark Purple — means Stratton Blue will open up a space more effectively. Where Dark Purple leans red, Stratton Blue reads green — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 47.7 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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Dark Purple vs Stratton Blue Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Dark Purple on one side and Stratton Blue 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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