Shaker Gray vs Dover Gray
Shaker Gray (Benjamin Moore) and Dover Gray (PPG) come from different manufacturers. These are both greys, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within grey to land. The 3-point LRV gap — 26 for Shaker Gray vs 23 for Dover Gray — means Shaker Gray will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 2.3 puts them in subtle territory — distinguishable in direct comparison, less so from across a room. 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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Shaker Gray vs Dover Gray Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Shaker Gray on one side and Dover Gray 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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