Colonnade Gray vs Ruby Shade
Colonnade Gray and Ruby Shade come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Hue-wise, Colonnade Gray belongs to the greige-grey family and Ruby Shade to the pink-red family. The 38-point LRV gap — 53 for Colonnade Gray vs 15 for Ruby Shade — means Colonnade Gray will open up a space more effectively. Where Colonnade Gray leans warm, Ruby Shade reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 46.7 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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Colonnade Gray vs Ruby Shade Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Colonnade Gray on one side and Ruby Shade 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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