Believable Buff vs Spiced Cider
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Believable Buff reads as beige, while Spiced Cider reads as beige-pink — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Believable Buff (LRV 59) reflects noticeably more light than Spiced Cider (LRV 23), a difference of 35 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 31.0, 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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Believable Buff vs Spiced Cider Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Believable Buff on one side and Spiced Cider 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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