Surf Blue vs Intense Teal
Surf Blue (Benjamin Moore) and Intense Teal (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. These are both blues, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within blue to land. The 5-point LRV gap — 18 for Surf Blue vs 14 for Intense Teal — means Surf Blue will open up a space more effectively. Where Surf Blue leans blue, Intense Teal reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. ΔE 4.0 means they're clearly different, but not dramatically so — they'd pair well in the same room. 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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Surf Blue vs Intense Teal Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Surf Blue on one side and Intense Teal 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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