Hint of Violet vs Steel Wool
Both from Benjamin Moore's palette. Hint of Violet reads as grey-purple, while Steel Wool reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Hint of Violet (LRV 66) reflects noticeably more light than Steel Wool (LRV 21), a difference of 45 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Hint of Violet runs red while Steel Wool is decidedly blue, which means they'll respond very differently to warm vs cool light sources. With a ΔE of 34.4, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. 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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Hint of Violet vs Steel Wool Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Hint of Violet on one side and Steel Wool 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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