Mink Violet vs Cement grey
Where Mink Violet belongs to Benjamin Moore's range, Cement grey is a RAL Classic color. Mink Violet reads as grey-purple, while Cement grey reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Cement grey (LRV 24) reflects noticeably more light than Mink Violet (LRV 16), a difference of 8 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 15.5, 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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Mink Violet vs Cement grey Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Mink Violet on one side and Cement 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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