Mineral vs Vaguely Mauve
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Both sit in the grey family, which is useful context if you're narrowing within a single hue direction. Vaguely Mauve (LRV 57) reflects noticeably more light than Mineral (LRV 46), a difference of 11 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Mineral runs neutral while Vaguely Mauve is decidedly warm, which means they'll respond very differently to warm vs cool light sources. The ΔE 9.6 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. 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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Mineral vs Vaguely Mauve Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Mineral on one side and Vaguely Mauve 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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