Smalt vs Kimono Violet
Smalt is a Little Greene color while Kimono Violet comes from Sherwin-Williams. Hue-wise, Smalt belongs to the blue family and Kimono Violet to the pink-purple family. With LRVs of 6 and 6, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. The tonal difference — Smalt's blue character against Kimono Violet's cool — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 23.1, 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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Smalt vs Kimono Violet Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Smalt on one side and Kimono Violet 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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