Leaflet vs Special Gray
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Hue-wise, Leaflet belongs to the green-grey family and Special Gray to the grey family. Leaflet (LRV 30) reflects noticeably more light than Special Gray (LRV 19), a difference of 10 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean neutral, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. With a ΔE of 22.7, 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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Leaflet vs Special Gray Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Leaflet on one side and Special Gray 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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