In the Garden vs Black grey
In the Garden (Benjamin Moore) and Black grey (RAL Classic) come from different manufacturers. In the Garden reads as green-grey, while Black grey reads as blue-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 11-point LRV gap — 18 for In the Garden vs 6 for Black grey — means In the Garden will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 30.2 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. 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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In the Garden vs Black grey Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see In the Garden 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.
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