Crocus vs Window grey
Where Crocus belongs to Benjamin Moore's range, Window grey is a RAL Classic color. Crocus reads as blue-purple, while Window grey reads as blue-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Crocus (LRV 43) reflects noticeably more light than Window grey (LRV 36), a difference of 7 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 17.0, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. 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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Crocus vs Window grey Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Crocus on one side and Window 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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