Sterling Shadow vs Snowbound
Sterling Shadow is a PPG color while Snowbound comes from Sherwin-Williams. Hue-wise, Sterling Shadow belongs to the yellow family and Snowbound to the beige-greige family. With LRVs of 81 and 83, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. At ΔE 4.5, 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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Sterling Shadow vs Snowbound Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Sterling Shadow on one side and Snowbound 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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