After the Storm vs Touch of Grey
After the Storm and Touch of Grey come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. After the Storm reads as blue-grey, while Touch of Grey reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 59-point LRV gap — 62 for Touch of Grey vs 3 for After the Storm — means Touch of Grey will open up a space more effectively. Where After the Storm leans cool, Touch of Grey reads neutral — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 64.1 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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After the Storm vs Touch of Grey Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see After the Storm 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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