In the Tropics vs Acapulco Cliffs
In the Tropics is a Benjamin Moore color while Acapulco Cliffs comes from PPG. These are both blues, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within blue to land. With LRVs of 28 and 28, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. At ΔE 4.8, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. 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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In the Tropics vs Acapulco Cliffs Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see In the Tropics on one side and Acapulco Cliffs 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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