Black Raspberry vs Grappa paint color comparison

Black Raspberry vs Grappa

Black RaspberryBenjamin MoorevsGrappaBenjamin MooreΔE 3.9 — Noticeable difference

Both are Benjamin Moore colors. These are both greys, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within grey to land. With LRVs of 7 and 9, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. They share a purple quality — useful to know if you're layering them in the same space. At ΔE 3.9, 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.

Color Details

Black Raspberry
Benjamin Moore · 2072-20
LRV6.8
BrandBenjamin Moore
Number2072-20
UndertonePurple
TemperatureNeutral
BrightnessDark
Grappa
Benjamin Moore · 1393
LRV8.7
BrandBenjamin Moore
Number1393
UndertonePurple
TemperatureNeutral
BrightnessDark

Black Raspberry vs Grappa Simulated Comparison

5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Black Raspberry on one side and Grappa on the other.

Bathroom
Bedroom
House
Kitchen Cabinets
Living Room

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.