Inverness vs Plummy
Inverness and Plummy come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Hue-wise, Inverness belongs to the yellow family and Plummy to the grey family. Their light reflectance values are nearly the same — 11 vs 11 — so neither will read significantly brighter or darker than the other. Where Inverness leans neutral, Plummy reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 42.5 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. 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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Inverness vs Plummy Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Inverness 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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