Smoky Quartz vs Cement grey
Smoky Quartz is a PPG color while Cement grey comes from RAL Classic. These are both greys, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within grey to land. At LRV 27 vs 24, Smoky Quartz will read as the brighter of the two — a 3-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 15.3, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. 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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Smoky Quartz vs Cement grey Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Smoky Quartz 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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