Obi Lilac vs Wood Violet
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Hue-wise, Obi Lilac belongs to the grey family and Wood Violet to the grey-purple family. Obi Lilac (LRV 39) reflects noticeably more light than Wood Violet (LRV 16), a difference of 22 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean cool, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. With a ΔE of 21.8, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. 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 Wood Violet Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Obi Lilac on one side and Wood Violet 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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