Black vs Black grey
Black (Benjamin Moore) and Black grey (RAL Classic) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Black belongs to the grey family and Black grey to the blue-grey family. Their light reflectance values are nearly the same — 5 vs 6 — so neither will read significantly brighter or darker than the other. A ΔE of 1.5 puts them in subtle territory — distinguishable in direct comparison, less so from across a room. 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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Black vs Black grey Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Black on one side and Black 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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