Active Green vs Whimsical White
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Hue-wise, Active Green belongs to the green family and Whimsical White to the white family. Whimsical White (LRV 79) reflects noticeably more light than Active Green (LRV 49), a difference of 30 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean cool, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. With a ΔE of 44.1, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. 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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Active Green vs Whimsical White Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Active Green on one side and Whimsical White 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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At LRV 49 vs 12, Active Green is decisively the brighter choice.
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