Determined Orange vs Persimmon
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Both sit in the beige-pink family, which is useful context if you're narrowing within a single hue direction. Persimmon (LRV 39) reflects noticeably more light than Determined Orange (LRV 22), a difference of 17 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 26.4, 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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Determined Orange vs Persimmon Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Determined Orange on one side and Persimmon 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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