Distance vs New Colonial Yellow
Both are Sherwin-Williams colors. Hue-wise, Distance belongs to the blue family and New Colonial Yellow to the beige-yellow family. At LRV 46 vs 15, New Colonial Yellow will read as the brighter of the two — a 31-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Distance's cool character against New Colonial Yellow's warm — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 50.9, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. 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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Distance vs New Colonial Yellow Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Distance on one side and New Colonial Yellow 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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