Old Salem Gray vs Cool Pine
Old Salem Gray is a Benjamin Moore color while Cool Pine comes from Valspar. Old Salem Gray reads as beige-greige, while Cool Pine reads as greige-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 40 vs 32, Cool Pine will read as the brighter of the two — a 8-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 9.5, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. 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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Old Salem Gray vs Cool Pine Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Old Salem Gray on one side and Cool Pine 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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