Comet vs York Gray paint color comparison

Comet vs York Gray

CometBenjamin MoorevsYork GrayBenjamin MooreΔE 23.4 — Distinct difference

Both are Benjamin Moore colors. Comet reads as blue-grey, while York Gray reads as beige-greige — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 59 vs 36, York Gray will read as the brighter of the two — a 23-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Comet's blue character against York Gray's red — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 23.4, 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
York Gray
Benjamin Moore · CW-45
LRV59.1
BrandBenjamin Moore
NumberCW-45
UndertoneRed
TemperatureWarm
BrightnessLight

Comet vs York Gray Simulated Comparison

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