Manila vs New York State of Mind
Both are Benjamin Moore colors. Hue-wise, Manila belongs to the beige family and New York State of Mind to the blue family. At LRV 68 vs 11, Manila will read as the brighter of the two — a 58-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Manila's red character against New York State of Mind's blue — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 69.3, 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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Manila vs New York State of Mind Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Manila on one side and New York State of Mind 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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