Open Seas vs Passageway
Open Seas is a Sherwin-Williams color while Passageway comes from Valspar. Open Seas reads as blue, while Passageway reads as blue-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 39 vs 14, Open Seas will read as the brighter of the two — a 25-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 25.5, 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.
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Open Seas vs Passageway Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Open Seas on one side and Passageway 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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