Charleston Gray vs Studio Clay
Where Charleston Gray belongs to Farrow & Ball's range, Studio Clay is a Sherwin-Williams color. These are both greige-greys, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within greige-grey to land. Charleston Gray (LRV 30) reflects noticeably more light than Studio Clay (LRV 27), a difference of 3 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean warm, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. The ΔE 3.9 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. 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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Charleston Gray vs Studio Clay Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Charleston Gray on one side and Studio Clay 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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