Artichoke vs Whimsical White
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Artichoke reads as grey, while Whimsical White reads as white — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Whimsical White (LRV 79) reflects noticeably more light than Artichoke (LRV 21), a difference of 58 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Artichoke runs neutral while Whimsical White is decidedly cool, which means they'll respond very differently to warm vs cool light sources. With a ΔE of 41.7, 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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Artichoke vs Whimsical White Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Artichoke on one side and Whimsical White 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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