Peppercorn vs Stunning Shade
Peppercorn and Stunning Shade come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. These are both greys, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within grey to land. The 3-point LRV gap — 12 for Stunning Shade vs 10 for Peppercorn — means Stunning Shade 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 NaN 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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Peppercorn vs Stunning Shade Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Peppercorn on one side and Stunning Shade 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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