Pencil Sketch vs Arctic Grey
Pencil Sketch is a Behr color while Arctic Grey comes from Jotun. Hue-wise, Pencil Sketch belongs to the grey family and Arctic Grey to the blue-grey family. With LRVs of 33 and 32, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. The tonal difference — Pencil Sketch's blue character against Arctic Grey's neutral — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 3.2, 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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Pencil Sketch vs Arctic Grey Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Pencil Sketch on one side and Arctic Grey 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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