Enigma vs Poetry Plum
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. These are both greys, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within grey to land. Enigma (LRV 21) reflects noticeably more light than Poetry Plum (LRV 12), a difference of 10 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Enigma runs neutral while Poetry Plum is decidedly warm, which means they'll respond very differently to warm vs cool light sources. With a ΔE of 12.6, 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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Enigma vs Poetry Plum Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Enigma on one side and Poetry Plum 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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