Muslin vs Soulful Blue
Muslin and Soulful Blue come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Muslin reads as beige, while Soulful Blue reads as blue-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 54-point LRV gap — 74 for Muslin vs 20 for Soulful Blue — means Muslin will open up a space more effectively. Where Muslin leans warm, Soulful Blue reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 44.4 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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Muslin vs Soulful Blue Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Muslin on one side and Soulful Blue 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.
More Muslin comparisons
See how Muslin stacks up against other well-photographed colors across different brands and tones.
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At LRV 74 vs 55, Muslin is decisively the brighter choice.
At LRV 74 vs 44, Muslin is decisively the brighter choice.
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At LRV 74 vs 12, Muslin is decisively the brighter choice.
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At LRV 74 vs 12, Muslin is decisively the brighter choice.
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