Distant Gray vs Lavender Ice

Distant Gray and Lavender Ice come from the same Benjamin Moore collection. Distant Gray reads as green-grey, while Lavender Ice reads as blue — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 22-point LRV gap — 88 for Distant Gray vs 67 for Lavender Ice — means Distant Gray will open up a space more effectively. Where Distant Gray leans green, Lavender Ice reads blue and purple — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 14.3 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.