Lafayette Blue vs Gustavian Blue
Lafayette Blue is a Benjamin Moore color while Gustavian Blue comes from Jotun. Hue-wise, Lafayette Blue belongs to the blue family and Gustavian Blue to the blue-grey family. With LRVs of 37 and 38, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. The tonal difference — Lafayette Blue's blue character against Gustavian Blue's cool — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 17.7, 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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Lafayette Blue vs Gustavian Blue Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Lafayette Blue on one side and Gustavian Blue 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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