Gothic Arch vs S 4500-N
Gothic Arch is a Benjamin Moore color while S 4500-N comes from NCS. Hue-wise, Gothic Arch belongs to the greige-grey family and S 4500-N to the grey family. At LRV 31 vs 27, Gothic Arch will read as the brighter of the two — a 4-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Gothic Arch's red character against S 4500-N's neutral — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 6.1, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. 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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Gothic Arch vs S 4500-N Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Gothic Arch on one side and S 4500-N 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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