Barely Pear vs Shagreen
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Barely Pear reads as beige-yellow, while Shagreen reads as beige-green — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Barely Pear (LRV 83) reflects noticeably more light than Shagreen (LRV 57), a difference of 26 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 19.6, 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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Barely Pear vs Shagreen Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Barely Pear on one side and Shagreen 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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