Half-Caff vs Tarragon
Both are Sherwin-Williams colors. Hue-wise, Half-Caff belongs to the beige-greige family and Tarragon to the blue-grey family. With LRVs of 8 and 7, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. The tonal difference — Half-Caff's warm character against Tarragon's cool — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 19.3, 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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Half-Caff vs Tarragon Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Half-Caff on one side and Tarragon 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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