Inner Child vs Smoky Salmon
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Hue-wise, Inner Child belongs to the pink-red family and Smoky Salmon to the beige-pink family. Inner Child (LRV 58) reflects noticeably more light than Smoky Salmon (LRV 52), a difference of 6 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. The ΔE 4.9 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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Inner Child vs Smoky Salmon Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Inner Child on one side and Smoky Salmon 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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