Opal Essence vs Dillard's Blue
Opal Essence (Benjamin Moore) and Dillard's Blue (Cloverdale Paint) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Opal Essence belongs to the green family and Dillard's Blue to the blue-green family. The 4-point LRV gap — 79 for Dillard's Blue vs 75 for Opal Essence — means Dillard's Blue will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 1.7 puts them in subtle territory — distinguishable in direct comparison, less so from across a room. 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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Opal Essence vs Dillard's Blue Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Opal Essence on one side and Dillard's Blue 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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