Labrador Blue vs S 3010-R80B
Where Labrador Blue belongs to Benjamin Moore's range, S 3010-R80B is a NCS color. Labrador Blue reads as blue, while S 3010-R80B reads as blue-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. S 3010-R80B (LRV 36) reflects noticeably more light than Labrador Blue (LRV 33), a difference of 3 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean cool, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. The ΔE 7.6 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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Labrador Blue vs S 3010-R80B Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Labrador Blue 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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