Smoky Green vs Passageway
Smoky Green (Benjamin Moore) and Passageway (Valspar) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Smoky Green belongs to the green-grey family and Passageway to the blue-grey family. The 47-point LRV gap — 61 for Smoky Green vs 14 for Passageway — means Smoky Green will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 39.4 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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Smoky Green vs Passageway Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Smoky Green on one side and Passageway 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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