Herbes de Provence vs Black grey
Herbes de Provence is a Benjamin Moore color while Black grey comes from RAL Classic. Herbes de Provence reads as beige-greige, while Black grey reads as blue-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 39 vs 6, Herbes de Provence will read as the brighter of the two — a 33-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 51.0, 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
Herbes de Provence vs Black grey Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Herbes de Provence on one side and Black grey 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.
More Herbes de Provence comparisons
See how Herbes de Provence stacks up against other well-photographed colors across different brands and tones.
