Distant Gray vs UltraWhite
Distant Gray (Benjamin Moore) and UltraWhite (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Distant Gray reads as green-grey, while UltraWhite reads as white-yellow — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 5-point LRV gap — 94 for UltraWhite vs 88 for Distant Gray — means UltraWhite will open up a space more effectively. Where Distant Gray leans green, UltraWhite reads neutral — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 1.5 puts them in subtle territory — distinguishable in direct comparison, less so from across a room. 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 UltraWhite Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Distant Gray on one side and UltraWhite 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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