Under the Sea vs Tarpaulin grey
Under the Sea is a Benjamin Moore color while Tarpaulin grey comes from RAL Classic. Hue-wise, Under the Sea belongs to the green-grey family and Tarpaulin grey to the grey family. With LRVs of 11 and 13, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. At ΔE 8.7, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. 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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Under the Sea vs Tarpaulin grey Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Under the Sea on one side and Tarpaulin grey 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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