Benjamin Moore 2005-40 and Vista Paint 8111, ΔE 3.96 apart
Benjamin Moore Genuine Pink (2005-40) and Vista Paint Melita (8111) measure a delta-E of 3.96 apart. They sit within 1 LRV points of each other, so neither will look brighter than the other on the same wall. Genuine Pink holds more color, chroma 29.4 against 26, so it grays out less in dim light. These read as related but distinct. Sample both before committing. If you need the Melita depth in Benjamin Moore's line, start from its LRV of 29.0 rather than matching by name.
Benjamin Moore Genuine Pink and Vista Paint Melita are delta-E 3.96 apart - a difference that shows up on a wall, not just side by side on two chips.
The measured color distance between Benjamin Moore Genuine Pink and Vista Paint Melita is delta-E 3.96.
Benjamin Moore Genuine Pink is lighter than Vista Paint Melita by 1 points of light reflectance (LRV).
Benjamin Moore Genuine Pink carries more color than Vista Paint Melita - a higher chroma value means a more intense, less grey color.
| Genuine Pink | Melita | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Benjamin Moore | Vista Paint |
| Code | 2005-40 | 8111 |
| Hex | #C78086 | #C3848C |
| Light reflectance | 30.0 | 29.0 |
| Undertone | pink | pink |
| Chroma | 29.4 | 26.0 |
| Hue angle | 16.2° | 12.5° |
| Color family | red | red |