Merlot Red vs Grey Blue
Where Merlot Red belongs to Benjamin Moore's range, Grey Blue is a RAL Classic color. Merlot Red reads as pink-red, while Grey Blue reads as blue-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Merlot Red (LRV 12) reflects noticeably more light than Grey Blue (LRV 7), a difference of 4 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 54.1, 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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Merlot Red vs Grey Blue Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Merlot Red on one side and Grey Blue 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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