Smoke Grey vs Chalky Blue
Where Smoke Grey belongs to Dulux's range, Chalky Blue is a PPG color. These are both blue-greys, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within blue-grey to land. Smoke Grey (LRV 30) reflects noticeably more light than Chalky Blue (LRV 27), a difference of 3 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. At ΔE 2.6, these are close — the kind of difference that matters when choosing between them, but doesn't read strongly in a finished 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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Smoke Grey vs Chalky Blue Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Smoke Grey on one side and Chalky Blue 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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