Washed Linen vs Icy
Washed Linen is a Jotun color while Icy comes from Sherwin-Williams. Hue-wise, Washed Linen belongs to the beige-greige family and Icy to the blue family. With LRVs of 55 and 56, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. The tonal difference — Washed Linen's warm character against Icy's cool — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 14.3, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. 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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Washed Linen vs Icy Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Washed Linen on one side and Icy 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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