Alaea vs Marooned
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. These are both pinks, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within pink to land. Alaea (LRV 12) reflects noticeably more light than Marooned (LRV 4), a difference of 8 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean warm, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. With a ΔE of 18.5, 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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Alaea vs Marooned Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Alaea on one side and Marooned 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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