James White vs Sterling Shadow
James White (Farrow & Ball) and Sterling Shadow (PPG) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, James White belongs to the beige-white family and Sterling Shadow to the yellow family. Their light reflectance values are nearly the same — 81 vs 81 — so neither will read significantly brighter or darker than the other. ΔE 3.0 means they're clearly different, but not dramatically so — they'd pair well in the same room. 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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James White vs Sterling Shadow Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see James White on one side and Sterling Shadow 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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