Pool Blue vs Rose Brocade
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Hue-wise, Pool Blue belongs to the blue family and Rose Brocade to the pink family. Pool Blue (LRV 70) reflects noticeably more light than Rose Brocade (LRV 19), a difference of 52 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Pool Blue runs cool while Rose Brocade is decidedly warm, which means they'll respond very differently to warm vs cool light sources. With a ΔE of 50.7, 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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Pool Blue vs Rose Brocade Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Pool Blue on one side and Rose Brocade 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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