Balsam vs Gray Owl
Balsam and Gray Owl come from the same Benjamin Moore collection. Hue-wise, Balsam belongs to the green family and Gray Owl to the grey family. The 49-point LRV gap — 65 for Gray Owl vs 15 for Balsam — means Gray Owl will open up a space more effectively. Where Balsam leans green, Gray Owl reads yellow — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 44.4 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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Balsam vs Gray Owl Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Balsam on one side and Gray Owl 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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