Derbyshire vs Thistle
Derbyshire and Thistle come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Hue-wise, Derbyshire belongs to the green family and Thistle to the grey family. The 22-point LRV gap — 30 for Thistle vs 9 for Derbyshire — means Thistle will open up a space more effectively. Both share a cool character, which means they'll respond to light and surrounding materials in similar ways. A ΔE of 53.1 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. 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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Derbyshire vs Thistle Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Derbyshire on one side and Thistle 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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