Nouvelle White vs Proper Gray

Both are Sherwin-Williams colors. Nouvelle White reads as grey-white, while Proper Gray reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 72 vs 40, Nouvelle White will read as the brighter of the two — a 33-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Nouvelle White's warm character against Proper Gray's neutral — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 18.9, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. Below, 5 simulated room previews show how each color reads at scale — real-room photos will be added as they become available.