Madison Avenue vs Surfin'
Madison Avenue is a Benjamin Moore color while Surfin' comes from Sherwin-Williams. Both sit in the blue family, which is useful context if you're narrowing within a single hue direction. With LRVs of 47 and 46, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. The tonal difference — Madison Avenue's blue character against Surfin''s cool — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 3.3, 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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Madison Avenue vs Surfin' Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Madison Avenue on one side and Surfin' 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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