Distant Gray vs Windmill Lane
Distant Gray is a Benjamin Moore color while Windmill Lane comes from Little Greene. Both sit in the green-grey family, which is useful context if you're narrowing within a single hue direction. At LRV 88 vs 31, Distant Gray will read as the brighter of the two — a 57-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Distant Gray's neutral character against Windmill Lane's green — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 34.7, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. 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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Distant Gray vs Windmill Lane Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Distant Gray on one side and Windmill Lane 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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