Fairview Blue vs Ariel
Fairview Blue (Benjamin Moore) and Ariel (PPG) come from different manufacturers. These are both blues, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within blue to land. The 3-point LRV gap — 65 for Ariel vs 62 for Fairview Blue — means Ariel will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 1.4 puts them in subtle territory — distinguishable in direct comparison, less so from across a room. 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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Fairview Blue vs Ariel Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Fairview Blue on one side and Ariel 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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