Aplomb vs Boothbay Gray
Aplomb and Boothbay Gray come from the same Benjamin Moore collection. Hue-wise, Aplomb belongs to the grey family and Boothbay Gray to the blue-green family. The 23-point LRV gap — 43 for Boothbay Gray vs 21 for Aplomb — means Boothbay Gray will open up a space more effectively. Where Aplomb leans red, Boothbay Gray reads green — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 28.0 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. 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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Aplomb vs Boothbay Gray Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Aplomb on one side and Boothbay 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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