Glistening Gray vs Naval
Where Glistening Gray belongs to PPG's range, Naval is a Sherwin-Williams color. Glistening Gray reads as blue-grey, while Naval reads as blue — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Glistening Gray (LRV 45) reflects noticeably more light than Naval (LRV 4), a difference of 41 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 48.3, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. 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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Glistening Gray vs Naval Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Glistening Gray on one side and Naval 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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