Limewash vs Restoration paint color comparison

Limewash vs Restoration

LimewashSherwin-WilliamsvsRestorationSherwin-WilliamsΔE 17.6 — Distinct difference

Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Hue-wise, Limewash belongs to the beige-greige family and Restoration to the greige-grey family. Limewash (LRV 67) reflects noticeably more light than Restoration (LRV 38), a difference of 29 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean warm, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. With a ΔE of 17.6, 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.

Color Details

Limewash
Sherwin-Williams · 9589
LRV66.9
BrandSherwin-Williams
Number9589
Undertone—
TemperatureWarm
BrightnessLight
Restoration
Sherwin-Williams · 9578
LRV37.9
BrandSherwin-Williams
Number9578
Undertone—
TemperatureWarm
BrightnessMedium

Limewash vs Restoration Simulated Comparison

5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Limewash on one side and Restoration 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.