Licorice vs Pewter Green
Licorice (PPG) and Pewter Green (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Licorice belongs to the grey family and Pewter Green to the green-grey family. The 5-point LRV gap — 12 for Pewter Green vs 7 for Licorice — means Pewter Green will open up a space more effectively. ΔE 7.8 means they're clearly different, but not dramatically so — they'd pair well in the same room. 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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Licorice vs Pewter Green Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Licorice 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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