Decatur Buff vs Naval
Decatur Buff (Benjamin Moore) and Naval (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Decatur Buff belongs to the beige family and Naval to the blue family. The 35-point LRV gap — 40 for Decatur Buff vs 4 for Naval — means Decatur Buff will open up a space more effectively. Where Decatur Buff leans red, Naval reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 57.7 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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Decatur Buff vs Naval Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Decatur Buff on one side and Naval 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.
More Decatur Buff comparisons
See how Decatur Buff stacks up against other well-photographed colors across different brands and tones.
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At LRV 40 vs 25, Decatur Buff is decisively the brighter choice.
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Saybrook Sage reads slightly lighter (LRV 45 vs 40), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
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At LRV 40 vs 7, Decatur Buff is decisively the brighter choice.
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