Window grey vs Awesome Violet
Window grey is a RAL Classic color while Awesome Violet comes from Sherwin-Williams. Hue-wise, Window grey belongs to the blue-grey family and Awesome Violet to the blue-purple family. At LRV 45 vs 36, Awesome Violet will read as the brighter of the two — a 9-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 18.7, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. 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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Window grey vs Awesome Violet Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Window grey on one side and Awesome Violet 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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