Delray Gray vs Shadow Gray
Both are Benjamin Moore colors. Delray Gray reads as grey, while Shadow Gray reads as blue-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 40 vs 35, Shadow Gray will read as the brighter of the two — a 5-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. They share a blue quality — useful to know if you're layering them in the same space. At ΔE 3.9, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. Below you'll find 1 real-room photo comparison where both colors appear side by side, plus 5 simulated room previews.
Delray Gray vs Shadow Gray in Real Spaces
1 real room side by side. Delray Gray and Shadow Gray are close enough that the difference can be hard to judge from a chip alone — these photos show how each reads at scale, across different spaces and lighting conditions.
Kitchen Cabinets
On cabinetry, undertone and temperature become more pronounced against countertops and hardware. The brightness difference is modest but present — Shadow Gray gives the walls a little more lift.
Color Details
Delray Gray vs Shadow Gray Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Delray Gray on one side and Shadow 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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