Split Pea vs Pure White
Split Pea (Benjamin Moore) and Pure White (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Split Pea reads as beige-yellow, while Pure White reads as beige-greige — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 45-point LRV gap — 84 for Pure White vs 39 for Split Pea — means Pure White will open up a space more effectively. Where Split Pea leans yellow, Pure White reads warm — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 49.5 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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Split Pea vs Pure White Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Split Pea on one side and Pure White 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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