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.
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Java vs Niebla Azul Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Java on one side and Niebla Azul 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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