Springtime Bloom vs S 5040-R
Springtime Bloom (Benjamin Moore) and S 5040-R (NCS) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Springtime Bloom belongs to the pink family and S 5040-R to the pink-red family. The 28-point LRV gap — 34 for Springtime Bloom vs 6 for S 5040-R — means Springtime Bloom will open up a space more effectively. Where Springtime Bloom leans red, S 5040-R reads warm — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 41.1 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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Springtime Bloom vs S 5040-R Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Springtime Bloom on one side and S 5040-R 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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