New Meringue vs Naval
New Meringue (Dulux) and Naval (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, New Meringue belongs to the beige-yellow family and Naval to the blue family. The 82-point LRV gap — 86 for New Meringue vs 4 for Naval — means New Meringue will open up a space more effectively. Where New Meringue leans warm, Naval reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 70.5 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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New Meringue vs Naval Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see New Meringue on one side and Naval 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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