Swiss Brown vs Tea Leaf
Swiss Brown is a Behr color while Tea Leaf comes from Sherwin-Williams. Hue-wise, Swiss Brown belongs to the greige-grey family and Tea Leaf to the beige-greige family. At LRV 12 vs 9, Swiss Brown will read as the brighter of the two — a 3-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Swiss Brown's red character against Tea Leaf's warm — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 5.1, 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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Swiss Brown vs Tea Leaf Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Swiss Brown on one side and Tea Leaf 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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