Daydream vs Upward
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Daydream reads as blue-grey, while Upward reads as blue — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Upward (LRV 57) reflects noticeably more light than Daydream (LRV 54), a difference of 3 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. At ΔE 2.8, these are close — the kind of difference that matters when choosing between them, but doesn't read strongly in a finished room. 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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Daydream vs Upward Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Daydream on one side and Upward 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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