Kingston vs Plum Blossom
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Kingston reads as green-grey, while Plum Blossom reads as purple — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Kingston (LRV 70) reflects noticeably more light than Plum Blossom (LRV 28), a difference of 42 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 43.3, 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 Plum Blossom Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Kingston on one side and Plum Blossom 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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