Green Onyx vs Potentially Purple

Green Onyx and Potentially Purple come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Green Onyx reads as green-greige, while Potentially Purple reads as blue-purple — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 30-point LRV gap — 62 for Potentially Purple vs 31 for Green Onyx — means Potentially Purple will open up a space more effectively. Where Green Onyx leans neutral, Potentially Purple reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 31.2 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.