Crystal Springs vs Distant Gray

Crystal Springs and Distant Gray come from the same Benjamin Moore collection. Hue-wise, Crystal Springs belongs to the blue family and Distant Gray to the green-grey family. The 14-point LRV gap — 88 for Distant Gray vs 74 for Crystal Springs — means Distant Gray will open up a space more effectively. Where Crystal Springs leans blue, Distant Gray reads green — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 12.1 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. Below, 5 simulated room previews show how each color reads at scale — real-room photos will be added as they become available.