Kingston vs Novel Lilac
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Kingston reads as green-grey, while Novel Lilac reads as pink-purple — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Kingston (LRV 70) reflects noticeably more light than Novel Lilac (LRV 42), a difference of 28 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean cool, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. With a ΔE of 30.0, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. 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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Kingston vs Novel Lilac Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Kingston on one side and Novel Lilac 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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