Nebulous White vs Plummy
Nebulous White and Plummy come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Nebulous White reads as grey-white, while Plummy reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 62-point LRV gap — 74 for Nebulous White vs 11 for Plummy — means Nebulous White will open up a space more effectively. Where Nebulous White leans neutral, Plummy reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 51.9 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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Nebulous White vs Plummy Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Nebulous White on one side and Plummy 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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