Hidden Trail vs Thunder Gray
Both are Sherwin-Williams colors. Hidden Trail reads as greige-grey, while Thunder Gray reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. With LRVs of 10 and 9, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. The tonal difference — Hidden Trail's warm character against Thunder Gray's neutral — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 5.3, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. 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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Hidden Trail vs Thunder Gray Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Hidden Trail on one side and Thunder 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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