Oyster white vs Gardenia
Oyster white (RAL Classic) and Gardenia (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Oyster white reads as beige-white, while Gardenia reads as beige — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 7-point LRV gap — 78 for Gardenia vs 71 for Oyster white — means Gardenia will open up a space more effectively. ΔE 5.7 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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Oyster white vs Gardenia Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Oyster white on one side and Gardenia 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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