Oriental Iris vs Classic Blue
Oriental Iris is a Benjamin Moore color while Classic Blue comes from Jotun. Both sit in the blue family, which is useful context if you're narrowing within a single hue direction. With LRVs of 52 and 52, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. The tonal difference — Oriental Iris's blue character against Classic Blue's cool — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 9.7, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. 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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Oriental Iris vs Classic Blue Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Oriental Iris on one side and Classic 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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