Storm Cloud Gray vs Violet Sparkle paint color comparison

Storm Cloud Gray vs Violet Sparkle

Both are Benjamin Moore colors. Storm Cloud Gray reads as grey, while Violet Sparkle reads as blue-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 69 vs 29, Violet Sparkle will read as the brighter of the two — a 40-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Storm Cloud Gray's yellow character against Violet Sparkle's blue — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 28.7, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. Below, 5 simulated room previews show how each color reads at scale — real-room photos will be added as they become available.

Color Details

Storm Cloud Gray
Benjamin Moore · 2140-40
LRV28.9
BrandBenjamin Moore
Number2140-40
UndertoneYellow
TemperatureNeutral
BrightnessMedium
Violet Sparkle
Benjamin Moore · 1422
LRV68.7
BrandBenjamin Moore
Number1422
UndertoneBlue
TemperatureCool
BrightnessLight

Storm Cloud Gray vs Violet Sparkle Simulated Comparison

5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Storm Cloud Gray on one side and Violet Sparkle on the other.

Bathroom
Bedroom
House
Kitchen Cabinets
Living Room

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.