Classic White vs Extra White
Classic White (Jotun) and Extra White (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Classic White belongs to the beige-greige family and Extra White to the white family. Their light reflectance values are nearly the same — 86 vs 86 — so neither will read significantly brighter or darker than the other. Where Classic White leans warm, Extra White reads neutral — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 0.9 puts them in subtle territory — distinguishable in direct comparison, less so from across a 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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Classic White vs Extra White Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Classic White on one side and Extra White 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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