Gardenia vs Notable Hue
Both are Sherwin-Williams colors. Gardenia reads as beige, while Notable Hue reads as blue — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 78 vs 37, Gardenia will read as the brighter of the two — a 41-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Gardenia's warm character against Notable Hue's cool — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 37.1, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. 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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Gardenia vs Notable Hue Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Gardenia on one side and Notable Hue 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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