Meander vs Mortar paint color comparison

Meander vs Mortar

MeanderSherwin-WilliamsvsMortarSherwin-WilliamsΔE 18.8 — Distinct difference

Meander and Mortar come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Both sit in the beige-greige family, which is useful context if you're narrowing within a single hue direction. The 31-point LRV gap — 74 for Mortar vs 42 for Meander — means Mortar will open up a space more effectively. Both share a warm character, which means they'll respond to light and surrounding materials in similar ways. A ΔE of 18.8 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.

Color Details

Meander
Sherwin-Williams · 9522
LRV42.5
BrandSherwin-Williams
Number9522
Undertone—
TemperatureWarm
BrightnessMedium
Mortar
Sherwin-Williams · 9584
LRV73.7
BrandSherwin-Williams
Number9584
Undertone—
TemperatureWarm
BrightnessLight

Meander vs Mortar Simulated Comparison

5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Meander on one side and Mortar 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.