Graytint vs Simply White paint color comparison

Graytint vs Simply White

GraytintBenjamin MoorevsSimply WhiteBenjamin MooreΔE 10.9 — Distinct difference

Both are Benjamin Moore colors. Graytint reads as grey, while Simply White reads as beige-white — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 90 vs 69, Simply White will read as the brighter of the two — a 21-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Graytint's green character against Simply White's yellow — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 10.9, 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

Graytint
Benjamin Moore · 1611
LRV68.6
BrandBenjamin Moore
Number1611
UndertoneGreen
TemperatureNeutral
BrightnessLight
Simply White
Benjamin Moore · OC-117
LRV89.5
BrandBenjamin Moore
NumberOC-117
UndertoneYellow
TemperatureWarm
BrightnessLight

Graytint vs Simply White Simulated Comparison

5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Graytint on one side and Simply White 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.