Tidal Wave vs S 3010-R80B
Tidal Wave is a Benjamin Moore color while S 3010-R80B comes from NCS. Tidal Wave reads as blue, while S 3010-R80B reads as blue-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 44 vs 36, Tidal Wave will read as the brighter of the two — a 8-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Tidal Wave's blue character against S 3010-R80B's cool — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 18.2, 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.
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Tidal Wave vs S 3010-R80B Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Tidal Wave on one side and S 3010-R80B 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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