Dark Royal Blue vs S 5040-R60B
Dark Royal Blue (Benjamin Moore) and S 5040-R60B (NCS) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Dark Royal Blue belongs to the blue family and S 5040-R60B to the purple family. The 5-point LRV gap — 9 for Dark Royal Blue vs 4 for S 5040-R60B — means Dark Royal Blue will open up a space more effectively. Where Dark Royal Blue leans blue, S 5040-R60B reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 21.9 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 Royal Blue vs S 5040-R60B Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Dark Royal Blue on one side and S 5040-R60B 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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