Lead Grey vs Pewter Green
Where Lead Grey belongs to Dulux's range, Pewter Green is a Sherwin-Williams color. Lead Grey reads as grey, while Pewter Green reads as green-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Lead Grey (LRV 22) reflects noticeably more light than Pewter Green (LRV 12), a difference of 10 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean neutral, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. With a ΔE of 12.5, 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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Lead Grey vs Pewter Green Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Lead Grey on one side and Pewter Green 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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