Greens vs Positive Red
Both are Sherwin-Williams colors. Hue-wise, Greens belongs to the green family and Positive Red to the pink-red family. With LRVs of 10 and 11, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. The tonal difference — Greens's cool character against Positive Red's warm — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 88.5, 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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Greens vs Positive Red Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Greens on one side and Positive Red 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.
More Greens comparisons
See how Greens stacks up against other well-photographed colors across different brands and tones.
