Pacific Fog vs Softened Green
Pacific Fog and Softened Green come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Pacific Fog reads as greige-grey, while Softened Green reads as green-greige — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 22-point LRV gap — 71 for Pacific Fog vs 49 for Softened Green — means Pacific Fog will open up a space more effectively. Both share a neutral character, which means they'll respond to light and surrounding materials in similar ways. A ΔE of 14.2 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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Pacific Fog vs Softened Green Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Pacific Fog on one side and Softened Green 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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