Balmy vs Original White
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Balmy reads as blue, while Original White reads as greige-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Original White (LRV 74) reflects noticeably more light than Balmy (LRV 66), a difference of 7 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Balmy runs cool while Original White is decidedly warm, which means they'll respond very differently to warm vs cool light sources. The ΔE 9.9 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. 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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Balmy vs Original White Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Balmy on one side and Original 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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