Guild Grey vs Soulful Blue
Guild Grey and Soulful Blue come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Guild Grey reads as grey, while Soulful Blue reads as blue-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 43-point LRV gap — 63 for Guild Grey vs 20 for Soulful Blue — means Guild Grey will open up a space more effectively. Where Guild Grey leans neutral, Soulful Blue reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 35.3 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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Guild Grey vs Soulful Blue Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Guild Grey on one side and Soulful Blue 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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