Excalibur Gray vs S 3010-R80B
Where Excalibur Gray belongs to Benjamin Moore's range, S 3010-R80B is a NCS color. Both sit in the blue-grey family, which is useful context if you're narrowing within a single hue direction. Excalibur Gray (LRV 41) reflects noticeably more light than S 3010-R80B (LRV 36), a difference of 5 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean cool, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. The ΔE 4.9 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. 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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Excalibur Gray vs S 3010-R80B Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Excalibur Gray 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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