Griffin vs Manor House
Griffin and Manor House come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Griffin reads as greige-grey, while Manor House reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Their light reflectance values are nearly the same — 13 vs 11 — so neither will read significantly brighter or darker than the other. Where Griffin leans warm, Manor House reads neutral — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. ΔE 4.3 means they're clearly different, but not dramatically so — they'd pair well in the same room. Below you'll find 2 real-room photo comparisons where both colors appear side by side, plus 5 simulated room previews.
Griffin vs Manor House in Real Spaces
2 real rooms side by side. Griffin and Manor House are close enough that the difference can be hard to judge from a chip alone — these photos show how each reads at scale, across different spaces and lighting conditions.
House
A full exterior is the most demanding test for a paint color — scale and outdoor light both amplify differences that seem small on a swatch. Manor House reads more restrained here, while Griffin adds a sense of enclosure and warmth.
Kitchen Cabinets
Cabinet color is always seen in context — against countertops, backsplash, and hardware — which amplifies undertone differences that might disappear on a plain wall. Manor House reads more restrained here, while Griffin adds a sense of enclosure and warmth.
Color Details
Griffin vs Manor House Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Griffin on one side and Manor House 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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