Buoyant Blue vs Refresh
Both are Sherwin-Williams colors. Hue-wise, Buoyant Blue belongs to the blue-green family and Refresh to the blue family. At LRV 80 vs 59, Buoyant Blue will read as the brighter of the two — a 21-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 15.7, 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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Buoyant Blue vs Refresh Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Buoyant Blue on one side and Refresh 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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