River Valley vs Artichoke
River Valley (Dulux) and Artichoke (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, River Valley belongs to the blue family and Artichoke to the grey family. The 23-point LRV gap — 44 for River Valley vs 21 for Artichoke — means River Valley will open up a space more effectively. Where River Valley leans cool, Artichoke reads neutral — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 27.7 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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River Valley vs Artichoke Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see River Valley on one side and Artichoke 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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