Crystal Clear vs Refresh
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Hue-wise, Crystal Clear belongs to the green family and Refresh to the blue family. Crystal Clear (LRV 81) reflects noticeably more light than Refresh (LRV 59), a difference of 23 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean cool, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. With a ΔE of 16.6, 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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Crystal Clear vs Refresh Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Crystal Clear on one side and Refresh 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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