Breaktime vs Ruby Violet
Both are Sherwin-Williams colors. Hue-wise, Breaktime belongs to the green family and Ruby Violet to the grey-purple family. At LRV 66 vs 24, Breaktime will read as the brighter of the two — a 42-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. They share a cool quality — useful to know if you're layering them in the same space. At ΔE 37.2, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. 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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Breaktime vs Ruby Violet Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Breaktime on one side and Ruby Violet 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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