Squirrel grey vs Balboa Mist
Squirrel grey (RAL Classic) and Balboa Mist (Benjamin Moore) come from different manufacturers. The 40-point LRV gap — 66 for Balboa Mist vs 26 for Squirrel grey — means Balboa Mist will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 31.8 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives.
Squirrel grey vs Balboa Mist Color Comparison
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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Squirrel grey vs Balboa Mist in Real Spaces
Seeing Squirrel grey and Balboa Mist in actual rooms makes the difference concrete. Browse the spaces below to get a feel for how each color lives on a wall. Showing 1 room type where both colors have photos.
Kitchen Cabinets
Cabinet color is always seen in context — against countertops, backsplash, and hardware — which amplifies undertone differences that might disappear on a plain wall. Balboa Mist returns significantly more light to the room — in a smaller or darker space, that difference in perceived brightness is hard to miss.
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