Pearl Gray vs Plummy
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Pearl Gray reads as green-grey, while Plummy reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Pearl Gray (LRV 61) reflects noticeably more light than Plummy (LRV 11), a difference of 49 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Pearl Gray runs neutral while Plummy is decidedly cool, which means they'll respond very differently to warm vs cool light sources. With a ΔE of 47.4, 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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Pearl Gray vs Plummy Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Pearl Gray on one side and Plummy 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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