Lobelia vs Perfect Periwinkle paint color comparison

Lobelia vs Perfect Periwinkle

Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. These are both blues, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within blue to land. Lobelia (LRV 30) reflects noticeably more light than Perfect Periwinkle (LRV 23), a difference of 7 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. The ΔE 6.7 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. Below, 5 simulated room previews show how each color reads at scale — real-room photos will be added as they become available.

Color Details

Lobelia
Sherwin-Williams · 6809
LRV29.9
BrandSherwin-Williams
Number6809
Undertone—
TemperatureCool
BrightnessMedium
Perfect Periwinkle
Sherwin-Williams · 9065
LRV23.1
BrandSherwin-Williams
Number9065
Undertone—
TemperatureCool
BrightnessMedium

Lobelia vs Perfect Periwinkle Simulated Comparison

5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Lobelia on one side and Perfect Periwinkle 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.