Chanticleer vs Major Blue
Chanticleer and Major Blue come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Chanticleer reads as pink-red, while Major Blue reads as blue — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 24-point LRV gap — 29 for Major Blue vs 5 for Chanticleer — means Major Blue will open up a space more effectively. Where Chanticleer leans warm, Major Blue reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 102.7 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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Chanticleer vs Major Blue Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Chanticleer on one side and Major Blue 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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