Beaten Earth vs Über Umber
Beaten Earth is a Cloverdale Paint color while Über Umber comes from Sherwin-Williams. Both sit in the beige family, which is useful context if you're narrowing within a single hue direction. With LRVs of 10 and 12, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. At ΔE 6.8, 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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Beaten Earth vs Über Umber Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Beaten Earth on one side and Über Umber 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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