Blue Beyond vs Passageway
Blue Beyond (Sherwin-Williams) and Passageway (Valspar) come from different manufacturers. Blue Beyond reads as blue, while Passageway reads as blue-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 31-point LRV gap — 45 for Blue Beyond vs 14 for Passageway — means Blue Beyond will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 31.2 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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Blue Beyond vs Passageway Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Blue Beyond on one side and Passageway 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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