Desert Shadows vs Flint
Both are Benjamin Moore colors. These are both greys, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within grey to land. With LRVs of 12 and 12, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. The tonal difference — Desert Shadows's red character against Flint's blue — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 11.2, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. 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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Desert Shadows vs Flint Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Desert Shadows on one side and Flint 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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