Delaware Putty vs Timothy Straw
Delaware Putty and Timothy Straw come from the same Benjamin Moore collection. Hue-wise, Delaware Putty belongs to the beige family and Timothy Straw to the beige-yellow family. The 16-point LRV gap — 63 for Delaware Putty vs 47 for Timothy Straw — means Delaware Putty will open up a space more effectively. Where Delaware Putty leans yellow and red, Timothy Straw reads yellow — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 16.7 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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Delaware Putty vs Timothy Straw Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Delaware Putty on one side and Timothy Straw 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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