Earl Gray vs Pewter Green
Earl Gray (PPG) and Pewter Green (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Earl Gray reads as greige-grey, while Pewter Green reads as green-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 20-point LRV gap — 32 for Earl Gray vs 12 for Pewter Green — means Earl Gray will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 23.8 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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Earl Gray vs Pewter Green Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Earl Gray 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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