Heron Plume vs Spalding Gray
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Heron Plume reads as beige-greige, while Spalding Gray reads as greige-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Heron Plume (LRV 75) reflects noticeably more light than Spalding Gray (LRV 22), a difference of 53 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean warm, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. With a ΔE of 35.7, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. 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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Heron Plume vs Spalding Gray Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Heron Plume on one side and Spalding Gray 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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