French Colony vs New Hope Gray
French Colony is a Behr color while New Hope Gray comes from Benjamin Moore. These are both blue-greys, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within blue-grey to land. At LRV 39 vs 34, New Hope Gray will read as the brighter of the two — a 5-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. They share a blue quality — useful to know if you're layering them in the same space. At ΔE 3.7, 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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French Colony vs New Hope Gray Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see French Colony on one side and New Hope Gray 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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