Platinum Gray vs Dix Blue
Platinum Gray is a Benjamin Moore color while Dix Blue comes from Farrow & Ball. Hue-wise, Platinum Gray belongs to the grey family and Dix Blue to the blue-grey family. With LRVs of 40 and 41, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. The tonal difference — Platinum Gray's yellow character against Dix Blue's cool — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 8.1, 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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Platinum Gray vs Dix Blue Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Platinum Gray on one side and Dix 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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