Original White vs Soothing White
Original White and Soothing White come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Hue-wise, Original White belongs to the greige-grey family and Soothing White to the blue-white family. The 3-point LRV gap — 76 for Soothing White vs 74 for Original White — means Soothing White will open up a space more effectively. Where Original White leans warm, Soothing White reads neutral — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. ΔE 3.4 means they're clearly different, but not dramatically so — they'd pair well in the same room. 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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Original White vs Soothing White Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Original White on one side and Soothing White 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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