Smoky Quartz vs Pewter Green
Smoky Quartz (PPG) and Pewter Green (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Smoky Quartz belongs to the grey family and Pewter Green to the green-grey family. The 15-point LRV gap — 27 for Smoky Quartz vs 12 for Pewter Green — means Smoky Quartz will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 22.7 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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Smoky Quartz vs Pewter Green Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Smoky Quartz 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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