Curio Gray vs Roycroft Brass
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Curio Gray reads as greige-grey, while Roycroft Brass reads as beige-greige — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Curio Gray (LRV 26) reflects noticeably more light than Roycroft Brass (LRV 15), a difference of 11 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 13.1, 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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Curio Gray vs Roycroft Brass Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Curio Gray on one side and Roycroft Brass 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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