Edgy Gold vs Muddled Basil
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Edgy Gold reads as beige, while Muddled Basil reads as greige-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Edgy Gold (LRV 32) reflects noticeably more light than Muddled Basil (LRV 9), a difference of 24 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 36.5, 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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Edgy Gold vs Muddled Basil Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Edgy Gold on one side and Muddled Basil 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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