Hardware vs Reynard paint color comparison

Hardware vs Reynard

HardwareSherwin-WilliamsvsReynardSherwin-WilliamsΔE 34.5 — Very different colors

Hardware and Reynard come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Hardware reads as greige-grey, while Reynard reads as beige-pink — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 3-point LRV gap — 23 for Hardware vs 20 for Reynard — means Hardware will open up a space more effectively. Both share a warm character, which means they'll respond to light and surrounding materials in similar ways. A ΔE of 34.5 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.

Color Details

Hardware
Sherwin-Williams · 6172
LRV22.9
BrandSherwin-Williams
Number6172
Undertone—
TemperatureWarm
BrightnessMedium
Reynard
Sherwin-Williams · 6348
LRV20.1
BrandSherwin-Williams
Number6348
Undertone—
TemperatureWarm
BrightnessMedium

Hardware vs Reynard Simulated Comparison

5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Hardware on one side and Reynard on the other.

Bathroom
Bedroom
House
Kitchen Cabinets
Living Room

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.