Mardi Gras Gold vs Paddington Blue
Mardi Gras Gold and Paddington Blue come from the same Benjamin Moore collection. Mardi Gras Gold reads as beige, while Paddington Blue reads as blue — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 32-point LRV gap — 48 for Mardi Gras Gold vs 16 for Paddington Blue — means Mardi Gras Gold will open up a space more effectively. Where Mardi Gras Gold leans red, Paddington Blue reads blue — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 126.7 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. 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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Mardi Gras Gold vs Paddington Blue Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Mardi Gras Gold on one side and Paddington 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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