Mariner's Tale vs Caribbean Current
Where Mariner's Tale belongs to Benjamin Moore's range, Caribbean Current is a Cloverdale Paint color. Both sit in the blue family, which is useful context if you're narrowing within a single hue direction. Mariner's Tale (LRV 28) reflects noticeably more light than Caribbean Current (LRV 20), a difference of 8 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 5.1 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. 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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Mariner's Tale vs Caribbean Current Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Mariner's Tale on one side and Caribbean Current 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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