Major Blue vs Toile Red
Major Blue and Toile Red come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Major Blue reads as blue, while Toile Red reads as pink-red — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 17-point LRV gap — 29 for Major Blue vs 12 for Toile Red — means Major Blue will open up a space more effectively. Where Major Blue leans cool, Toile Red reads warm — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 61.6 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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Major Blue vs Toile Red Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Major Blue on one side and Toile Red 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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