Center Stage vs Lime Rickey
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. These are both yellows, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within yellow to land. Center Stage (LRV 48) reflects noticeably more light than Lime Rickey (LRV 45), 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. With a ΔE of 35.1, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. 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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Center Stage vs Lime Rickey Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Center Stage on one side and Lime Rickey 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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