African Gray vs Lacewing
African Gray and Lacewing come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. African Gray reads as grey, while Lacewing reads as green-yellow — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 43-point LRV gap — 74 for Lacewing vs 31 for African Gray — means Lacewing will open up a space more effectively. Both share a neutral character, which means they'll respond to light and surrounding materials in similar ways. A ΔE of 29.7 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. 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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African Gray vs Lacewing Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see African Gray on one side and Lacewing 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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