Discreet White vs Glass Bead
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Discreet White reads as grey-white, while Glass Bead reads as blue-white — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Glass Bead (LRV 77) reflects noticeably more light than Discreet White (LRV 72), a difference of 6 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Discreet White runs neutral while Glass Bead is decidedly cool, which means they'll respond very differently to warm vs cool light sources. The ΔE 4.0 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. 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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Discreet White vs Glass Bead Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Discreet White on one side and Glass Bead 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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