Basil Pesto vs Pewter Green
Basil Pesto (PPG) and Pewter Green (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Basil Pesto belongs to the green family and Pewter Green to the green-grey family. The 15-point LRV gap — 27 for Basil Pesto vs 12 for Pewter Green — means Basil Pesto will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 38.1 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. 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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Basil Pesto vs Pewter Green Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Basil Pesto on one side and Pewter Green 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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