Deep Maroon vs Merlot
Both are Sherwin-Williams colors. These are both pinks, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within pink to land. With LRVs of 7 and 4, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. They share a warm quality — useful to know if you're layering them in the same space. At ΔE NaN, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. 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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Deep Maroon vs Merlot Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Deep Maroon on one side and Merlot 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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