Piedmont vs Swanky Gray
Piedmont and Swanky Gray come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Piedmont reads as green-grey, while Swanky Gray reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 15-point LRV gap — 60 for Piedmont vs 45 for Swanky Gray — means Piedmont will open up a space more effectively. Where Piedmont leans cool, Swanky Gray reads neutral — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 12.8 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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Piedmont vs Swanky Gray Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Piedmont on one side and Swanky Gray 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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