Allegory vs Gateway Gray
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Hue-wise, Allegory belongs to the grey family and Gateway Gray to the greige-grey family. Allegory (LRV 45) reflects noticeably more light than Gateway Gray (LRV 41), a difference of 3 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Allegory runs neutral while Gateway Gray is decidedly warm, which means they'll respond very differently to warm vs cool light sources. The ΔE 4.7 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. 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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Allegory vs Gateway Gray Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Allegory on one side and Gateway Gray 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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