Velvet Cloak vs Cement grey
Velvet Cloak (Benjamin Moore) and Cement grey (RAL Classic) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Velvet Cloak belongs to the pink family and Cement grey to the grey family. The 19-point LRV gap — 24 for Cement grey vs 5 for Velvet Cloak — means Cement grey will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 38.3 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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Velvet Cloak vs Cement grey Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Velvet Cloak 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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