Black Magic vs Piedmont
Black Magic and Piedmont come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Hue-wise, Black Magic belongs to the grey family and Piedmont to the green-grey family. The 57-point LRV gap — 60 for Piedmont vs 3 for Black Magic — means Piedmont will open up a space more effectively. Where Black Magic leans neutral, Piedmont reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 61.6 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. 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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Black Magic vs Piedmont Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Black Magic on one side and Piedmont 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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