Raphael vs Van Courtland Blue
Raphael and Van Courtland Blue come from the same Benjamin Moore collection. Hue-wise, Raphael belongs to the pink family and Van Courtland Blue to the blue-grey family. The 25-point LRV gap — 31 for Van Courtland Blue vs 7 for Raphael — means Van Courtland Blue will open up a space more effectively. Where Raphael leans red, Van Courtland Blue reads blue — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 41.4 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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Raphael vs Van Courtland Blue Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Raphael on one side and Van Courtland 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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