Pale Iris vs Naval
Pale Iris (Benjamin Moore) and Naval (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Pale Iris belongs to the pink-purple family and Naval to the blue family. The 59-point LRV gap — 64 for Pale Iris vs 4 for Naval — means Pale Iris will open up a space more effectively. Where Pale Iris leans purple, Naval reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 60.8 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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Pale Iris vs Naval Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Pale Iris on one side and Naval 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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