Navel vs Soar
Navel and Soar come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Navel reads as beige, while Soar reads as blue — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 36-point LRV gap — 70 for Soar vs 35 for Navel — means Soar will open up a space more effectively. Where Navel leans warm, Soar reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 81.8 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.
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Navel vs Soar Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Navel on one side and Soar 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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