Nicolson Red vs Sandblast
Both from Benjamin Moore's palette. Hue-wise, Nicolson Red belongs to the pink-red family and Sandblast to the pink family. Sandblast (LRV 38) reflects noticeably more light than Nicolson Red (LRV 9), a difference of 29 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean red, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. With a ΔE of 37.1, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. 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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Nicolson Red vs Sandblast Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Nicolson Red on one side and Sandblast 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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