Mariner's Tale vs S 5010-R90B
Mariner's Tale is a Benjamin Moore color while S 5010-R90B comes from NCS. Mariner's Tale reads as blue, while S 5010-R90B reads as blue-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 28 vs 19, Mariner's Tale will read as the brighter of the two — a 8-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. They share a cool quality — useful to know if you're layering them in the same space. At ΔE 18.1, 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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Mariner's Tale vs S 5010-R90B Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Mariner's Tale on one side and S 5010-R90B 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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