Plummy vs Willow Tree
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. These are both greys, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within grey to land. Willow Tree (LRV 41) reflects noticeably more light than Plummy (LRV 11), a difference of 30 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Plummy runs cool while Willow Tree is decidedly neutral, which means they'll respond very differently to warm vs cool light sources. With a ΔE of 39.8, 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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Plummy vs Willow Tree Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Plummy on one side and Willow Tree 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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