Dark Lilac vs Horizon Gray
Dark Lilac and Horizon Gray come from the same Benjamin Moore collection. Dark Lilac reads as blue-purple, while Horizon Gray reads as greige-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 40-point LRV gap — 51 for Horizon Gray vs 10 for Dark Lilac — means Horizon Gray will open up a space more effectively. Where Dark Lilac leans purple, Horizon Gray reads yellow — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 51.2 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.
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Dark Lilac vs Horizon Gray Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Dark Lilac on one side and Horizon 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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