Persimmon vs Refuge
Both are Sherwin-Williams colors. Hue-wise, Persimmon belongs to the beige-pink family and Refuge to the blue family. At LRV 39 vs 19, Persimmon will read as the brighter of the two — a 20-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Persimmon's warm character against Refuge's cool — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 47.0, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. 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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Persimmon vs Refuge Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Persimmon on one side and Refuge 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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