Cement grey vs Grey Heron
Where Cement grey belongs to RAL Classic's range, Grey Heron is a Sherwin-Williams color. Cement grey reads as grey, while Grey Heron reads as greige-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Grey Heron (LRV 65) reflects noticeably more light than Cement grey (LRV 24), a difference of 41 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 30.9, 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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Cement grey vs Grey Heron Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Cement grey on one side and Grey Heron 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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