Super Nova vs Naval
Where Super Nova belongs to Benjamin Moore's range, Naval is a Sherwin-Williams color. Hue-wise, Super Nova belongs to the grey family and Naval to the blue family. Super Nova (LRV 10) reflects noticeably more light than Naval (LRV 4), a difference of 5 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean cool, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. With a ΔE of 11.0, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. 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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Super Nova vs Naval Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Super Nova on one side and Naval 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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