Salem Blue vs Cook's Blue
Salem Blue is a PPG color while Cook's Blue comes from Farrow & Ball. At LRV 38 vs 25, Salem Blue will read as the brighter of the two — a 13-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 11.2, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions.
Salem Blue vs Cook's Blue Color Comparison
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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More Salem Blue comparisons
See how Salem Blue stacks up against other well-photographed colors across different brands and tones.

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Light vs dark contrast
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PPG vs RAL Classic
PPG vs RAL Classic

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PPG vs RAL Classic

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PPG vs RAL Classic

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PPG vs Tikkurila

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PPG vs Little Greene
PPG vs Little Greene

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Salem Blue reads lighter
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Classic Silver reads lighter
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PPG vs Behr
PPG vs Behr

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