Heather Gray vs S 3005-G20Y
Heather Gray (Benjamin Moore) and S 3005-G20Y (NCS) come from different manufacturers. Heather Gray reads as green-grey, while S 3005-G20Y reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 6-point LRV gap — 40 for S 3005-G20Y vs 35 for Heather Gray — means S 3005-G20Y will open up a space more effectively. Where Heather Gray leans green, S 3005-G20Y reads neutral — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. ΔE 5.1 means they're clearly different, but not dramatically so — they'd pair well in the same 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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Heather Gray vs S 3005-G20Y Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Heather Gray on one side and S 3005-G20Y 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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