Lambskin vs Steam paint color comparison

Lambskin vs Steam

LambskinBenjamin MoorevsSteamBenjamin MooreΔE 9.4 — Noticeable difference

Both are Benjamin Moore colors. Hue-wise, Lambskin belongs to the beige family and Steam to the beige-greige family. At LRV 84 vs 71, Steam will read as the brighter of the two — a 13-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Lambskin's warm character against Steam's yellow — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 9.4, 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.

Color Details

Lambskin
Benjamin Moore · CC-340
LRV71.2
BrandBenjamin Moore
NumberCC-340
Undertone—
TemperatureWarm
BrightnessLight
Steam
Benjamin Moore · AF-15
LRV84.2
BrandBenjamin Moore
NumberAF-15
UndertoneYellow
TemperatureWarm
BrightnessLight

Lambskin vs Steam Simulated Comparison

5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Lambskin on one side and Steam on the other.

Bathroom
Bedroom
House
Kitchen Cabinets
Living Room

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.