Papyrus white vs Touch of Grey
Where Papyrus white belongs to RAL Classic's range, Touch of Grey is a Sherwin-Williams color. Papyrus white reads as green-grey, while Touch of Grey reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Touch of Grey (LRV 62) reflects noticeably more light than Papyrus white (LRV 59), a difference of 4 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. At ΔE 2.8, these are close — the kind of difference that matters when choosing between them, but doesn't read strongly in a finished 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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Papyrus white vs Touch of Grey Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Papyrus white on one side and Touch of Grey 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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