Mined Coal vs Grey Tabby
Mined Coal is a Behr color while Grey Tabby comes from Dulux. Both sit in the grey family, which is useful context if you're narrowing within a single hue direction. With LRVs of 15 and 16, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. The tonal difference — Mined Coal's yellow character against Grey Tabby's neutral — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 3.1, 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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Mined Coal vs Grey Tabby Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Mined Coal on one side and Grey Tabby 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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