Avocado vs Gateway Gray
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Avocado reads as beige-greige, while Gateway Gray reads as greige-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Gateway Gray (LRV 41) reflects noticeably more light than Avocado (LRV 20), a difference of 21 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean warm, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. With a ΔE of 20.6, 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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Avocado vs Gateway Gray Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Avocado 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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