Dovetail vs Quarry Stone
Both are Sherwin-Williams colors. Dovetail reads as grey, while Quarry Stone reads as greige-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. With LRVs of 26 and 27, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. The tonal difference — Dovetail's neutral character against Quarry Stone's warm — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 4.9, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. 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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Dovetail vs Quarry Stone Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Dovetail on one side and Quarry Stone 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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