Ocean Abyss vs Gunmetal Gray
Where Ocean Abyss belongs to Behr's range, Gunmetal Gray is a PPG color. Ocean Abyss reads as blue, while Gunmetal Gray reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Gunmetal Gray (LRV 14) reflects noticeably more light than Ocean Abyss (LRV 7), a difference of 7 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 17.9, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. 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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Ocean Abyss vs Gunmetal Gray Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Ocean Abyss on one side and Gunmetal 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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