Distant Gray vs Douglas Fern
Both from Benjamin Moore's palette. Distant Gray reads as green-grey, while Douglas Fern reads as green — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Distant Gray (LRV 88) reflects noticeably more light than Douglas Fern (LRV 55), a difference of 34 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean green, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. With a ΔE of 27.4, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. 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 Douglas Fern Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Distant Gray on one side and Douglas Fern 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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