ColorplanGray Owl vs Sea Salt
Benjamin Moore Gray Owl OC-52 compared with Sherwin-Williams Sea Salt SW 6204
Gray Owl is a touch lighter (LRV 65 vs 60) than Sea Salt. Gray Owl has a warm yellow undertone, while Sea Salt has a green undertone. The difference (ΔE 3.0) is visible side by side but subtle on a whole wall, so check samples together before swapping one for the other.
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How different the two colors look. Under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall; over 5 is clearly different.
Which to choose
For a small or dim room, Gray Owl reflects more light (LRV 65).
For a north-facing room, Gray Owl is the safer choice because its warm undertone balances cool north light.
Side by side
| Gray Owl | Sea Salt | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Benjamin Moore | Sherwin-Williams |
| Code | OC-52 | SW 6204 |
| LRV | 65 | 60 |
| Undertone | yellow | green |
| Family | Gray | Blue |
| HEX | #D3D4CC | #C7CDC5 |
| Good for | open-plan living areas, hallways | bedrooms, bathrooms |
Questions
What is the difference between Gray Owl and Sea Salt?
Gray Owl is a touch lighter (LRV 65 vs 60) than Sea Salt. Gray Owl has a warm yellow undertone, while Sea Salt has a green undertone. The difference (ΔE 3.0) is visible side by side but subtle on a whole wall, so check samples together before swapping one for the other.
Which is lighter, Gray Owl or Sea Salt?
Gray Owl is lighter, with an LRV of 65 against 60.
How does Gray Owl compare to Sea Salt in a north-facing room?
Gray Owl has a cool undertone that north light will push cooler and grayer; warm white trim helps balance it. The same goes for Sea Salt.
Based on published color values. Screens vary, so always check a physical sample before buying.