Shelburne Buff vs Cement grey
Shelburne Buff (Benjamin Moore) and Cement grey (RAL Classic) come from different manufacturers. Shelburne Buff reads as beige, while Cement grey reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 23-point LRV gap — 47 for Shelburne Buff vs 24 for Cement grey — means Shelburne Buff will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 27.0 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. 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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Shelburne Buff vs Cement grey Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Shelburne Buff 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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