Plum Dandy vs Spearmint
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Hue-wise, Plum Dandy belongs to the grey family and Spearmint to the green family. Spearmint (LRV 42) reflects noticeably more light than Plum Dandy (LRV 17), a difference of 25 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 39.3, 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 Spearmint Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Plum Dandy on one side and Spearmint 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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