Grand Rapids vs Dover Surf
Where Grand Rapids belongs to Benjamin Moore's range, Dover Surf is a Valspar color. These are both blues, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within blue to land. Grand Rapids (LRV 62) reflects noticeably more light than Dover Surf (LRV 53), a difference of 8 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 6.8 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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Grand Rapids vs Dover Surf Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Grand Rapids on one side and Dover Surf 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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