Dill vs Purple Passage
Dill and Purple Passage come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Hue-wise, Dill belongs to the green-yellow family and Purple Passage to the blue-grey family. The 12-point LRV gap — 24 for Dill vs 12 for Purple Passage — means Dill will open up a space more effectively. Where Dill leans neutral, Purple Passage reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 44.7 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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Dill vs Purple Passage Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Dill on one side and Purple Passage 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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