Black Swan vs Blue Bauble
Black Swan and Blue Bauble come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Black Swan reads as grey, while Blue Bauble reads as blue — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 62-point LRV gap — 66 for Blue Bauble vs 4 for Black Swan — means Blue Bauble will open up a space more effectively. Where Black Swan leans neutral, Blue Bauble reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 64.4 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 Swan vs Blue Bauble Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Black Swan on one side and Blue Bauble 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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