Anew Gray vs Smoky Beige
Anew Gray and Smoky Beige come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Anew Gray reads as greige-grey, while Smoky Beige reads as beige-greige — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 7-point LRV gap — 47 for Anew Gray vs 40 for Smoky Beige — means Anew Gray will open up a space more effectively. Both share a warm character, which means they'll respond to light and surrounding materials in similar ways. ΔE 6.8 means they're clearly different, but not dramatically so — they'd pair well in the same room. 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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Anew Gray vs Smoky Beige Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Anew Gray on one side and Smoky Beige 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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