Perennial Grey vs Illusion
Perennial Grey is a Little Greene color while Illusion comes from Sherwin-Williams. Both sit in the greige-grey family, which is useful context if you're narrowing within a single hue direction. With LRVs of 38 and 40, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. The tonal difference — Perennial Grey's red character against Illusion's warm — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 4.1, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. 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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Perennial Grey vs Illusion Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Perennial Grey on one side and Illusion 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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