Greenhouse vs Thistle
Greenhouse and Thistle come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Greenhouse reads as green, while Thistle reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The NaN-point LRV gap — 30 for Thistle vs NaN for Greenhouse — means Thistle will open up a space more effectively. Where Greenhouse leans warm, Thistle reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of NaN 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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Greenhouse vs Thistle Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Greenhouse on one side and Thistle 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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