Lusty Red vs Mediterranean
Lusty Red and Mediterranean come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Hue-wise, Lusty Red belongs to the pink-red family and Mediterranean to the blue-grey family. The 5-point LRV gap — 18 for Mediterranean vs 13 for Lusty Red — means Mediterranean will open up a space more effectively. Where Lusty Red leans warm, Mediterranean reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 65.1 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. 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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Lusty Red vs Mediterranean Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Lusty Red on one side and Mediterranean 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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