Illusive Green vs Plummy
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Illusive Green reads as green-grey, while Plummy reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Illusive Green (LRV 29) reflects noticeably more light than Plummy (LRV 11), a difference of 18 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Illusive Green runs neutral while Plummy is decidedly cool, which means they'll respond very differently to warm vs cool light sources. With a ΔE of 29.6, 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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Illusive Green vs Plummy Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Illusive Green on one side and Plummy 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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