Mauve Tinge vs Refuge
Mauve Tinge and Refuge come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Mauve Tinge reads as white, while Refuge reads as blue — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 57-point LRV gap — 76 for Mauve Tinge vs 19 for Refuge — means Mauve Tinge will open up a space more effectively. Where Mauve Tinge leans warm, Refuge reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 41.7 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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Mauve Tinge vs Refuge Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Mauve Tinge on one side and Refuge 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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