Rain Sky vs Opalescent
Rain Sky (Jotun) and Opalescent (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Rain Sky belongs to the blue family and Opalescent to the blue-grey family. The 5-point LRV gap — 75 for Opalescent vs 69 for Rain Sky — means Opalescent will open up a space more effectively. Where Rain Sky leans cool, Opalescent reads neutral — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. ΔE 3.5 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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Rain Sky vs Opalescent Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Rain Sky on one side and Opalescent 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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