Cadet vs Picnic
Cadet and Picnic come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Hue-wise, Cadet belongs to the blue-grey family and Picnic to the green family. The 16-point LRV gap — 47 for Picnic vs 31 for Cadet — means Picnic will open up a space more effectively. Where Cadet leans neutral, Picnic reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 38.5 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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Cadet vs Picnic Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Cadet on one side and Picnic 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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