Opal vs Pointing
Opal (Benjamin Moore) and Pointing (Farrow & Ball) come from different manufacturers. These are both beiges, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within beige to land. The 4-point LRV gap — 88 for Pointing vs 84 for Opal — means Pointing will open up a space more effectively. Where Opal leans red, Pointing reads warm — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 2.1 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 vs Pointing Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Opal on one side and Pointing 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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