Hulett Ore vs Porpoise
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Hulett Ore reads as grey, while Porpoise reads as greige-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Hulett Ore (LRV 16) reflects noticeably more light than Porpoise (LRV 13), a difference of 3 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Hulett Ore runs neutral while Porpoise is decidedly warm, which means they'll respond very differently to warm vs cool light sources. The ΔE 5.9 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. 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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Hulett Ore vs Porpoise Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Hulett Ore on one side and Porpoise 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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