Cotswold vs Pure White
Cotswold (Benjamin Moore) and Pure White (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. These are both beige-greiges, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within beige-greige to land. The 45-point LRV gap — 84 for Pure White vs 39 for Cotswold — means Pure White will open up a space more effectively. Where Cotswold leans red, Pure White reads warm — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 25.8 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. 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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Cotswold vs Pure White Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Cotswold on one side and Pure White 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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Hardwick White reads slightly lighter (LRV 44 vs 39), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Balboa Mist reflects far more light (LRV 66 vs 39), opening up a space where Cotswold encloses it.
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