Kilkenny vs Vigorous Violet paint color comparison

Kilkenny vs Vigorous Violet

Kilkenny and Vigorous Violet come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Kilkenny reads as green, while Vigorous Violet reads as pink-purple — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 6-point LRV gap — 19 for Kilkenny vs 13 for Vigorous Violet — means Kilkenny will open up a space more effectively. Both share a cool character, which means they'll respond to light and surrounding materials in similar ways. A ΔE of 62.3 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.

Color Details

Kilkenny
Sherwin-Williams · 6740
LRV18.9
BrandSherwin-Williams
Number6740
Undertone—
TemperatureCool
BrightnessMedium
Vigorous Violet
Sherwin-Williams · 6838
LRV13.1
BrandSherwin-Williams
Number6838
Undertone—
TemperatureCool
BrightnessDark

Kilkenny vs Vigorous Violet Simulated Comparison

5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Kilkenny on one side and Vigorous Violet on the other.

Bathroom
Bedroom
House
Kitchen Cabinets
Living Room

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.