Classic Ivory vs Dyer's Woad
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Classic Ivory reads as beige, while Dyer's Woad reads as blue — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Classic Ivory (LRV 76) reflects noticeably more light than Dyer's Woad (LRV 30), a difference of 46 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Classic Ivory runs warm while Dyer's Woad is decidedly cool, which means they'll respond very differently to warm vs cool light sources. With a ΔE of 43.0, 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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Classic Ivory vs Dyer's Woad Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Classic Ivory on one side and Dyer's Woad 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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