Aviary Blue vs Gentle Aquamarine
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. These are both blues, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within blue to land. Aviary Blue (LRV 73) reflects noticeably more light than Gentle Aquamarine (LRV 54), a difference of 19 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean cool, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. With a ΔE of 12.4, 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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Aviary Blue vs Gentle Aquamarine Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Aviary Blue on one side and Gentle Aquamarine 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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