Kensington Blue vs S 5010-R90B
Kensington Blue is a Benjamin Moore color while S 5010-R90B comes from NCS. Kensington Blue reads as blue, while S 5010-R90B reads as blue-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 19 vs 12, S 5010-R90B will read as the brighter of the two — a 7-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. They share a cool quality — useful to know if you're layering them in the same space. At ΔE 15.7, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. 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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Kensington Blue vs S 5010-R90B Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Kensington Blue on one side and S 5010-R90B 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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