Abyss vs French Gray

Tikkurila
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Farrow & Ball

Abyss (Tikkurila) and French Gray (Farrow & Ball) come from different manufacturers. The 32-point LRV gap — 43 for French Gray vs 11 for Abyss — means French Gray will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 34.5 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives.

Abyss vs French Gray Color Comparison

Bathroom
Bedroom
House
Kitchen Cabinets
Living Room

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.

ΔE 34.5Very different colors

Color Details

Abyss
Tikkurila · N439
Hex#56605e
LRV11.1
BrandTikkurila
NumberN439
Undertone
Temperature
Brightnessdark
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French Gray
Farrow & Ball · 18
Hex#b5b19a
LRV43.3
BrandFarrow & Ball
Number18
Undertone
Temperaturewarm
Brightnessmedium
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