Cork Wedge vs Reliable White
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Cork Wedge reads as beige, while Reliable White reads as beige-white — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Reliable White (LRV 74) reflects noticeably more light than Cork Wedge (LRV 42), a difference of 32 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean warm, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. With a ΔE of 22.5, 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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Cork Wedge vs Reliable White Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Cork Wedge on one side and Reliable White 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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