Nelson Blue vs Raindance paint color comparison

Nelson Blue vs Raindance

Nelson BlueBenjamin MoorevsRaindanceBenjamin MooreΔE 13.3 — Distinct difference

Nelson Blue and Raindance come from the same Benjamin Moore collection. Hue-wise, Nelson Blue belongs to the blue-green family and Raindance to the green-grey family. The 22-point LRV gap — 65 for Nelson Blue vs 43 for Raindance — means Nelson Blue will open up a space more effectively. Both share a green character, which means they'll respond to light and surrounding materials in similar ways. A ΔE of 13.3 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.

Color Details

Nelson Blue
Benjamin Moore · CW-635
LRV65.4
BrandBenjamin Moore
NumberCW-635
UndertoneGreen
TemperatureCool
BrightnessLight
Raindance
Benjamin Moore · 1572
LRV43.5
BrandBenjamin Moore
Number1572
UndertoneGreen
TemperatureNeutral
BrightnessMedium

Nelson Blue vs Raindance Simulated Comparison

5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Nelson Blue on one side and Raindance on the other.

Bathroom
Bedroom
House
Kitchen Cabinets
Living Room

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.