Raphael vs Dix Blue
Raphael is a Benjamin Moore color while Dix Blue comes from Farrow & Ball. Hue-wise, Raphael belongs to the pink family and Dix Blue to the blue-grey family. At LRV 41 vs 7, Dix Blue will read as the brighter of the two — a 34-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Raphael's red character against Dix Blue's cool — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 49.1, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. 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 Dix Blue Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Raphael on one side and Dix 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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