Duster vs Downing Straw
Duster is a Farrow & Ball color while Downing Straw comes from Sherwin-Williams. These are both beiges, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within beige to land. Downing Straw has an LRV of 43. At ΔE 6.4, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. 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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Duster vs Downing Straw Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Duster on one side and Downing Straw 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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