Ellie Gray vs Rushing River
Both are Sherwin-Williams colors. Ellie Gray reads as grey, while Rushing River reads as greige-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 40 vs 34, Ellie Gray will read as the brighter of the two — a 6-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Ellie Gray's neutral character against Rushing River's warm — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 6.7, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. Below you'll find 1 real-room photo comparison where both colors appear side by side, plus 5 simulated room previews.
Ellie Gray vs Rushing River in Real Spaces
1 real room side by side. Ellie Gray and Rushing River are close enough that the difference can be hard to judge from a chip alone — these photos show how each reads at scale, across different spaces and lighting conditions.
Kitchen Cabinets
On cabinetry, undertone and temperature become more pronounced against countertops and hardware. The brightness difference is modest but present — Ellie Gray gives the walls a little more lift.
Color Details
Ellie Gray vs Rushing River Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Ellie Gray on one side and Rushing River 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.