H2O vs S 3010-R80B
H2O (Benjamin Moore) and S 3010-R80B (NCS) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, H2O belongs to the blue family and S 3010-R80B to the blue-grey family. The 15-point LRV gap — 50 for H2O vs 36 for S 3010-R80B — means H2O will open up a space more effectively. Both share a cool character, which means they'll respond to light and surrounding materials in similar ways. A ΔE of 12.6 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. 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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H2O vs S 3010-R80B Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see H2O 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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