Obi Lilac vs Retreat
Obi Lilac and Retreat come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. These are both greys, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within grey to land. The 18-point LRV gap — 39 for Obi Lilac vs 21 for Retreat — means Obi Lilac will open up a space more effectively. Where Obi Lilac leans cool, Retreat reads neutral — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 23.8 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. Below you'll find 1 real-room photo comparison where both colors appear side by side, plus 5 simulated room previews.
Obi Lilac vs Retreat in Real Spaces
1 real room side by side. Seeing Obi Lilac and Retreat in actual rooms makes the difference concrete; browse the spaces below to get a feel for how each color lives on a wall.
House
A full exterior is the most demanding test for a paint color — scale and outdoor light both amplify differences that seem small on a swatch. Obi Lilac returns significantly more light to the room — in a smaller or darker space, that difference in perceived brightness is hard to miss.
Color Details
Obi Lilac vs Retreat Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Obi Lilac on one side and Retreat 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 Obi Lilac comparisons
See how Obi Lilac stacks up against other well-photographed colors across different brands and tones.
At LRV 39 vs 12, Obi Lilac is decisively the brighter choice.