Barren Plain vs Seattle Mist
Both from Benjamin Moore's palette. Both sit in the greige-grey family, which is useful context if you're narrowing within a single hue direction. Barren Plain (LRV 62) reflects noticeably more light than Seattle Mist (LRV 55), a difference of 7 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Barren Plain runs red while Seattle Mist is decidedly yellow, which means they'll respond very differently to warm vs cool light sources. The ΔE 5.2 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. Below, 5 simulated room previews show how each color reads at scale — real-room photos will be added as they become available.
Color Details
Barren Plain vs Seattle Mist Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Barren Plain on one side and Seattle Mist 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.
More Barren Plain comparisons
See how Barren Plain stacks up against other well-photographed colors across different brands and tones.
