Gauzy White vs Inkwell
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Gauzy White reads as beige-greige, while Inkwell reads as blue-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Gauzy White (LRV 72) reflects noticeably more light than Inkwell (LRV 4), a difference of 68 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Gauzy White runs warm while Inkwell is decidedly cool, which means they'll respond very differently to warm vs cool light sources. With a ΔE of 66.1, 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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Gauzy White vs Inkwell Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Gauzy White on one side and Inkwell 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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