Hazel vs River Rouge
Hazel and River Rouge come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Hue-wise, Hazel belongs to the green family and River Rouge to the grey family. The 38-point LRV gap — 50 for Hazel vs 12 for River Rouge — means Hazel will open up a space more effectively. Where Hazel leans cool, River Rouge reads warm — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 42.0 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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Hazel vs River Rouge Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Hazel on one side and River Rouge 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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