Distant Gray vs Plum Perfect
Distant Gray and Plum Perfect come from the same Benjamin Moore collection. Hue-wise, Distant Gray belongs to the green-grey family and Plum Perfect to the pink family. The 70-point LRV gap — 88 for Distant Gray vs 18 for Plum Perfect — means Distant Gray will open up a space more effectively. Where Distant Gray leans green, Plum Perfect reads red — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 55.0 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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Distant Gray vs Plum Perfect Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Distant Gray on one side and Plum Perfect 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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