Gotham vs Providence Blue paint color comparison

Gotham vs Providence Blue

GothamBenjamin MoorevsProvidence BlueBenjamin MooreΔE 13.4 — Distinct difference

Both are Benjamin Moore colors. Gotham reads as grey, while Providence Blue reads as blue-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 22 vs 19, Gotham will read as the brighter of the two — a 3-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Gotham's red character against Providence Blue's blue — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 13.4, 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.

Color Details

Gotham
Benjamin Moore · CSP-385
LRV22.3
BrandBenjamin Moore
NumberCSP-385
UndertoneRed
TemperatureNeutral
BrightnessDark
Providence Blue
Benjamin Moore · 1636
LRV19.2
BrandBenjamin Moore
Number1636
UndertoneBlue
TemperatureCool
BrightnessDark

Gotham vs Providence Blue Simulated Comparison

5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Gotham on one side and Providence Blue on the other.

Bathroom
Bedroom
House
Kitchen Cabinets
Living Room

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.