Concord Buff vs Notable Hue
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Hue-wise, Concord Buff belongs to the beige family and Notable Hue to the blue family. Concord Buff (LRV 69) reflects noticeably more light than Notable Hue (LRV 37), a difference of 32 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Concord Buff runs warm while Notable Hue is decidedly cool, which means they'll respond very differently to warm vs cool light sources. With a ΔE of 40.5, 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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Concord Buff vs Notable Hue Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Concord Buff on one side and Notable Hue 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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