Clay vs Agreeable Gray
Clay (Benjamin Moore) and Agreeable Gray (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Clay reads as beige-greige, while Agreeable Gray reads as greige-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 33-point LRV gap — 60 for Agreeable Gray vs 28 for Clay — means Agreeable Gray will open up a space more effectively. Where Clay leans red, Agreeable Gray reads warm — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 25.3 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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Clay vs Agreeable Gray Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Clay on one side and Agreeable 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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