Grey Mist vs Metropolis
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Grey Mist reads as beige-greige, while Metropolis reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Grey Mist (LRV 75) reflects noticeably more light than Metropolis (LRV 8), a difference of 67 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Grey Mist runs warm while Metropolis is decidedly neutral, which means they'll respond very differently to warm vs cool light sources. With a ΔE of 54.9, 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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Grey Mist vs Metropolis Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Grey Mist on one side and Metropolis 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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