Obi Lilac vs Wheat Grass
Obi Lilac and Wheat Grass come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Obi Lilac reads as grey, while Wheat Grass reads as beige — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 9-point LRV gap — 47 for Wheat Grass vs 39 for Obi Lilac — means Wheat Grass will open up a space more effectively. Where Obi Lilac leans cool, Wheat Grass reads warm — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 37.2 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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Obi Lilac vs Wheat Grass Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Obi Lilac on one side and Wheat Grass 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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