Melon Cup vs S 1005-Y60R
Melon Cup is a Benjamin Moore color while S 1005-Y60R comes from NCS. These are both beiges, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within beige to land. At LRV 70 vs 64, S 1005-Y60R will read as the brighter of the two — a 6-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Melon Cup's red character against S 1005-Y60R's warm — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 9.6, 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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Melon Cup vs S 1005-Y60R Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Melon Cup on one side and S 1005-Y60R 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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