Denim Wash vs S 3010-R80B
Denim Wash is a Benjamin Moore color while S 3010-R80B comes from NCS. Hue-wise, Denim Wash belongs to the blue family and S 3010-R80B to the blue-grey family. With LRVs of 35 and 36, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. They share a cool quality — useful to know if you're layering them in the same space. At ΔE 7.9, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. 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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Denim Wash vs S 3010-R80B Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Denim Wash on one side and S 3010-R80B 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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