Pleasant Valley vs Washed Linen
Pleasant Valley is a Benjamin Moore color while Washed Linen comes from Jotun. Pleasant Valley reads as green-grey, while Washed Linen reads as beige-greige — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 55 vs 50, Washed Linen 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 — Pleasant Valley's green character against Washed Linen's warm — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 8.5, 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.
Color Details
Pleasant Valley vs Washed Linen Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Pleasant Valley 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.
More Pleasant Valley comparisons
See how Pleasant Valley stacks up against other well-photographed colors across different brands and tones.
