Metro Gray vs Oxford White
Metro Gray and Oxford White come from the same Benjamin Moore collection. Hue-wise, Metro Gray belongs to the grey family and Oxford White to the white-yellow family. The 28-point LRV gap — 87 for Oxford White vs 58 for Metro Gray — means Oxford White will open up a space more effectively. Where Metro Gray leans yellow, Oxford White reads warm — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 13.9 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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Metro Gray vs Oxford White Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Metro Gray on one side and Oxford White 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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