Dyer's Woad vs Paper Lantern
Both are Sherwin-Williams colors. Hue-wise, Dyer's Woad belongs to the blue family and Paper Lantern to the beige family. At LRV 76 vs 30, Paper Lantern will read as the brighter of the two — a 46-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Dyer's Woad's cool character against Paper Lantern's warm — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 42.7, 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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Dyer's Woad vs Paper Lantern Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Dyer's Woad on one side and Paper Lantern 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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