Magnetic Gray vs Plummy
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. These are both greys, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within grey to land. Magnetic Gray (LRV 46) reflects noticeably more light than Plummy (LRV 11), a difference of 34 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Magnetic Gray runs neutral while Plummy is decidedly cool, which means they'll respond very differently to warm vs cool light sources. With a ΔE of 38.9, 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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Magnetic Gray vs Plummy Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Magnetic Gray on one side and Plummy 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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