Downing Earth vs Nettle
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Hue-wise, Downing Earth belongs to the greige-grey family and Nettle to the beige-greige family. Downing Earth (LRV 20) reflects noticeably more light than Nettle (LRV 11), a difference of 10 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean warm, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. With a ΔE of 13.4, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. 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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Downing Earth vs Nettle Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Downing Earth on one side and Nettle 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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