River Blue vs Studio Clay
River Blue and Studio Clay come from the same Benjamin Moore collection. Hue-wise, River Blue belongs to the blue family and Studio Clay to the greige-grey family. The 22-point LRV gap — 29 for Studio Clay vs 7 for River Blue — means Studio Clay will open up a space more effectively. Where River Blue leans blue, Studio Clay reads red — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 38.6 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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River Blue vs Studio Clay Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see River Blue on one side and Studio Clay 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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