Comet vs La Paloma Gray paint color comparison

Comet vs La Paloma Gray

CometBenjamin MoorevsLa Paloma GrayBenjamin MooreΔE 14.2 — Distinct difference

Both are Benjamin Moore colors. Comet reads as blue-grey, while La Paloma Gray reads as greige-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 46 vs 36, La Paloma Gray will read as the brighter of the two — a 9-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Comet's blue character against La Paloma Gray's red — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 14.2, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. Below, 5 simulated room previews show how each color reads at scale — real-room photos will be added as they become available.

Color Details

Comet
Benjamin Moore · 1628
LRV36.3
BrandBenjamin Moore
Number1628
UndertoneBlue
TemperatureCool
BrightnessMedium
La Paloma Gray
Benjamin Moore · 1551
LRV45.6
BrandBenjamin Moore
Number1551
UndertoneRed
TemperatureWarm
BrightnessMedium

Comet vs La Paloma Gray Simulated Comparison

5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Comet on one side and La Paloma Gray 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.