James vs Powder Blue
James (Little Greene) and Powder Blue (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, James belongs to the blue-grey family and Powder Blue to the blue family. The 5-point LRV gap — 35 for Powder Blue vs 30 for James — means Powder Blue will open up a space more effectively. Where James leans blue, Powder Blue reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. ΔE 5.6 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 vs Powder Blue Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see James on one side and Powder Blue 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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