North Cascades vs October Mist
North Cascades and October Mist come from the same Benjamin Moore collection. North Cascades reads as blue-grey, while October Mist reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 9-point LRV gap — 55 for North Cascades vs 47 for October Mist — means North Cascades will open up a space more effectively. Where North Cascades leans blue and purple, October Mist reads yellow — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 18.4 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.
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North Cascades vs October Mist Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see North Cascades on one side and October Mist 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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