Palisade vs Smoky Blue
Palisade and Smoky Blue come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Hue-wise, Palisade belongs to the greige-grey family and Smoky Blue to the blue family. The 21-point LRV gap — 35 for Palisade vs 15 for Smoky Blue — means Palisade will open up a space more effectively. Where Palisade leans warm, Smoky Blue reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 26.7 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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Palisade vs Smoky Blue Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Palisade on one side and Smoky Blue 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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