Rich Chestnut vs White Heron
Rich Chestnut and White Heron come from the same Benjamin Moore collection. Rich Chestnut reads as pink-red, while White Heron reads as white-yellow — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 74-point LRV gap — 87 for White Heron vs 12 for Rich Chestnut — means White Heron will open up a space more effectively. Where Rich Chestnut leans red, White Heron reads yellow — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 68.2 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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Rich Chestnut vs White Heron Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Rich Chestnut on one side and White Heron 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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