Evergreen Fog vs Surprise Amber
Evergreen Fog and Surprise Amber come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Evergreen Fog reads as green-grey, while Surprise Amber reads as beige — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 22-point LRV gap — 53 for Surprise Amber vs 30 for Evergreen Fog — means Surprise Amber will open up a space more effectively. Where Evergreen Fog leans neutral, Surprise Amber reads warm — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 39.2 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. 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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Evergreen Fog vs Surprise Amber Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Evergreen Fog on one side and Surprise Amber 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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