Citrus vs Brazen
Where Citrus belongs to Sherwin-Williams's range, Brazen is a Valspar color. Hue-wise, Citrus belongs to the beige-yellow family and Brazen to the beige family. Citrus (LRV 61) reflects noticeably more light than Brazen (LRV 19), a difference of 42 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 43.3, 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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Citrus vs Brazen Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Citrus on one side and Brazen 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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