Childhood Crush vs Full Bloom
Childhood Crush is a Cloverdale Paint color while Full Bloom comes from Sherwin-Williams. These are both pink-reds, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within pink-red to land. At LRV 29 vs 26, Childhood Crush will read as the brighter of the two — a 3-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 3.8, 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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Childhood Crush vs Full Bloom Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Childhood Crush on one side and Full Bloom 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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