Plum Dandy vs Retro Mint
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Plum Dandy reads as grey, while Retro Mint reads as green — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Retro Mint (LRV 54) reflects noticeably more light than Plum Dandy (LRV 17), a difference of 37 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean cool, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. With a ΔE of 49.9, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. 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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Plum Dandy vs Retro Mint Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Plum Dandy on one side and Retro Mint 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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