Black Fox vs Prelude

Both are Sherwin-Williams colors. Hue-wise, Black Fox belongs to the greige-grey family and Prelude to the grey family. At LRV 9 vs 7, Prelude will read as the brighter of the two — a 3-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Black Fox's warm character against Prelude's neutral — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 5.8, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. Below, 5 simulated room previews show how each color reads at scale — real-room photos will be added as they become available.