Through the Looking Glass vs Van Courtland Blue
Through the Looking Glass and Van Courtland Blue come from the same Benjamin Moore collection. Hue-wise, Through the Looking Glass belongs to the grey family and Van Courtland Blue to the blue-grey family. The 20-point LRV gap — 51 for Through the Looking Glass vs 31 for Van Courtland Blue — means Through the Looking Glass will open up a space more effectively. Where Through the Looking Glass leans red, Van Courtland Blue reads blue — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 17.3 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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Through the Looking Glass vs Van Courtland Blue Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Through the Looking Glass on one side and Van Courtland Blue 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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