Crystal Blue vs Distant Gray
Both from Benjamin Moore's palette. Crystal Blue reads as blue, while Distant Gray reads as green-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Distant Gray (LRV 88) reflects noticeably more light than Crystal Blue (LRV 78), a difference of 10 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Crystal Blue runs blue while Distant Gray is decidedly green, which means they'll respond very differently to warm vs cool light sources. The ΔE 7.4 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. 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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Crystal Blue vs Distant Gray Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Crystal Blue on one side and Distant 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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