Direct Green vs Plum Blossom
Direct Green and Plum Blossom come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Direct Green reads as green, while Plum Blossom reads as purple — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 9-point LRV gap — 28 for Plum Blossom vs 19 for Direct Green — means Plum Blossom 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 90.8 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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Direct Green vs Plum Blossom Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Direct Green on one side and Plum Blossom 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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