Java vs Niebla Azul

Java and Niebla Azul come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Hue-wise, Java belongs to the beige family and Niebla Azul to the blue-grey family. The 46-point LRV gap — 53 for Niebla Azul vs 7 for Java — means Niebla Azul will open up a space more effectively. Where Java leans warm, Niebla Azul reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 51.3 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.