Chinese Red vs Still Water
Both are Sherwin-Williams colors. Chinese Red reads as pink-red, while Still Water reads as blue-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. With LRVs of 11 and 10, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. The tonal difference — Chinese Red's warm character against Still Water's cool — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 55.3, 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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Chinese Red vs Still Water Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Chinese Red on one side and Still Water 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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