Cromwell Gray vs Powell Buff
Both from Benjamin Moore's palette. Hue-wise, Cromwell Gray belongs to the greige-grey family and Powell Buff to the beige family. Powell Buff (LRV 59) reflects noticeably more light than Cromwell Gray (LRV 20), a difference of 40 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean red, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. With a ΔE of 34.0, 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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Cromwell Gray vs Powell Buff Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Cromwell Gray on one side and Powell Buff 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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