Thunder vs Yukon Sky paint color comparison

Thunder vs Yukon Sky

ThunderBenjamin MoorevsYukon SkyBenjamin MooreΔE 16.7 — Distinct difference

Both are Benjamin Moore colors. Thunder reads as greige-grey, while Yukon Sky reads as blue-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 48 vs 39, Thunder will read as the brighter of the two — a 9-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Thunder's red character against Yukon Sky's blue — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 16.7, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. Below, 5 simulated room previews show how each color reads at scale — real-room photos will be added as they become available.

Color Details

Thunder
Benjamin Moore · AF-685
LRV47.6
BrandBenjamin Moore
NumberAF-685
UndertoneRed
TemperatureWarm
BrightnessMedium
Yukon Sky
Benjamin Moore · 1439
LRV38.8
BrandBenjamin Moore
Number1439
UndertoneBlue
TemperatureCool
BrightnessMedium

Thunder vs Yukon Sky Simulated Comparison

5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Thunder on one side and Yukon Sky on the other.

Bathroom
Bedroom
House
Kitchen Cabinets
Living Room

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.