Parma Gray vs Obscura
Parma Gray is a Farrow & Ball color while Obscura comes from Little Greene. Both sit in the blue-grey family, which is useful context if you're narrowing within a single hue direction. At LRV 55 vs 50, Obscura will read as the brighter of the two — a 4-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Parma Gray's cool character against Obscura's blue — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 3.7, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. 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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Parma Gray vs Obscura Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Parma Gray on one side and Obscura 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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