Hourglass vs Agreeable Gray
Hourglass is a PPG color while Agreeable Gray comes from Sherwin-Williams. Hourglass reads as beige-greige, while Agreeable Gray reads as greige-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 75 vs 60, Hourglass will read as the brighter of the two — a 15-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 7.4, 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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Hourglass vs Agreeable Gray Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Hourglass on one side and Agreeable Gray 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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