Cool Ashes vs Elemental Gray

Both from Behr's palette. These are both greys, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within grey to land. Elemental Gray (LRV 35) reflects noticeably more light than Cool Ashes (LRV 29), a difference of 6 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean yellow, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. The ΔE 5.3 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.