Forsythia vs Nebulous White
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Forsythia reads as beige-yellow, while Nebulous White reads as grey-white — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Nebulous White (LRV 74) reflects noticeably more light than Forsythia (LRV 63), a difference of 11 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Forsythia runs warm while Nebulous White is decidedly neutral, which means they'll respond very differently to warm vs cool light sources. With a ΔE of 83.5, 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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Forsythia vs Nebulous White Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Forsythia on one side and Nebulous White 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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