Calico vs River Rouge
Calico and River Rouge come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Hue-wise, Calico belongs to the blue-green family and River Rouge to the grey family. The 23-point LRV gap — 35 for Calico vs 12 for River Rouge — means Calico will open up a space more effectively. Where Calico leans cool, River Rouge reads warm — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 33.3 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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Calico vs River Rouge Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Calico on one side and River Rouge 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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