Metro Gray vs Washed Linen
Metro Gray is a Benjamin Moore color while Washed Linen comes from Jotun. Metro Gray reads as grey, while Washed Linen reads as beige-greige — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 58 vs 55, Metro Gray will read as the brighter of the two — a 4-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Metro Gray's yellow character against Washed Linen's warm — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 6.7, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. Below you'll find 1 real-room photo comparison where both colors appear side by side, plus 5 simulated room previews.
Metro Gray vs Washed Linen in Real Spaces
1 real room side by side. Metro Gray and Washed Linen are close enough that the difference can be hard to judge from a chip alone — these photos show how each reads at scale, across different spaces and lighting conditions.
Kitchen Cabinets
On cabinetry, undertone and temperature become more pronounced against countertops and hardware. The brightness difference is modest but present — Metro Gray gives the walls a little more lift.
Color Details
Metro Gray vs Washed Linen Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Metro Gray on one side and Washed Linen 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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