Paddington Blue vs Traffic blue
Where Paddington Blue belongs to Benjamin Moore's range, Traffic blue is a RAL Classic color. Both sit in the blue family, which is useful context if you're narrowing within a single hue direction. Paddington Blue (LRV 16) reflects noticeably more light than Traffic blue (LRV 11), a difference of 5 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 9.4 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. 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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Paddington Blue vs Traffic blue Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Paddington Blue on one side and Traffic 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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