Arrowroote vs Solitary Slate paint color comparison

Arrowroote vs Solitary Slate

Both are Sherwin-Williams colors. Arrowroote reads as beige-greige, while Solitary Slate reads as greige-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 73 vs 19, Arrowroote will read as the brighter of the two — a 54-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. They share a warm quality — useful to know if you're layering them in the same space. At ΔE 37.5, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. Below, 5 simulated room previews show how each color reads at scale — real-room photos will be added as they become available.

Color Details

Arrowroote
Sherwin-Williams · 9502
LRV73.5
BrandSherwin-Williams
Number9502
Undertone—
TemperatureWarm
BrightnessLight
Solitary Slate
Sherwin-Williams · 9598
LRV19.5
BrandSherwin-Williams
Number9598
Undertone—
TemperatureWarm
BrightnessMedium

Arrowroote vs Solitary Slate Simulated Comparison

5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Arrowroote on one side and Solitary Slate on the other.

Bathroom
Bedroom
House
Kitchen Cabinets
Living Room

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.