S 0515-R80B vs Blue Dolphin
Where S 0515-R80B belongs to NCS's range, Blue Dolphin is a PPG color. Both sit in the blue family, which is useful context if you're narrowing within a single hue direction. S 0515-R80B (LRV 71) reflects noticeably more light than Blue Dolphin (LRV 55), a difference of 16 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 8.8 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. 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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S 0515-R80B vs Blue Dolphin Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see S 0515-R80B on one side and Blue Dolphin 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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