Haven vs Picnic
Haven and Picnic come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Hue-wise, Haven belongs to the green-yellow family and Picnic to the green family. The 4-point LRV gap — 47 for Picnic vs 42 for Haven — means Picnic will open up a space more effectively. Where Haven leans neutral, Picnic reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 14.5 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.
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Haven vs Picnic Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Haven on one side and Picnic 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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