Pearl Onion vs Shagreen
Pearl Onion and Shagreen come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Hue-wise, Pearl Onion belongs to the beige-yellow family and Shagreen to the beige-green family. The 29-point LRV gap — 86 for Pearl Onion vs 57 for Shagreen — means Pearl Onion will open up a space more effectively. Where Pearl Onion leans neutral, Shagreen reads warm — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 21.3 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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Pearl Onion vs Shagreen Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Pearl Onion on one side and Shagreen 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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