Cloud Nine vs Imagine
Both are Sherwin-Williams colors. Hue-wise, Cloud Nine belongs to the white family and Imagine to the grey family. At LRV 78 vs 48, Cloud Nine will read as the brighter of the two — a 30-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Cloud Nine's neutral character against Imagine's warm — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 16.2, 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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Cloud Nine vs Imagine Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Cloud Nine on one side and Imagine 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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