After the Storm vs Midnight
After the Storm is a Sherwin-Williams color while Midnight comes from Tikkurila. Hue-wise, After the Storm belongs to the blue-grey family and Midnight to the grey family. At LRV 6 vs 3, Midnight will read as the brighter of the two — a 3-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 8.8, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. 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 Midnight Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see After the Storm on one side and Midnight 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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