Oatmeal vs Steely Gaze
Both from PPG's palette. Oatmeal reads as beige-greige, while Steely Gaze reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Oatmeal (LRV 76) reflects noticeably more light than Steely Gaze (LRV 60), a difference of 16 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 10.0 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. 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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Oatmeal vs Steely Gaze Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Oatmeal on one side and Steely Gaze 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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