Blue Iris vs Soothing White
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Blue Iris reads as blue-grey, while Soothing White reads as blue-white — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Soothing White (LRV 76) reflects noticeably more light than Blue Iris (LRV 73), a difference of 3 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean neutral, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. At ΔE 1.5, these are close — the kind of difference that matters when choosing between them, but doesn't read strongly in a finished room. 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 Iris vs Soothing White Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Blue Iris on one side and Soothing White 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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