Portsmouth vs Wallflower
Portsmouth and Wallflower come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Hue-wise, Portsmouth belongs to the blue-grey family and Wallflower to the grey family. The 43-point LRV gap — 64 for Wallflower vs 22 for Portsmouth — means Wallflower will open up a space more effectively. Where Portsmouth leans neutral, Wallflower reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 32.0 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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Portsmouth vs Wallflower Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Portsmouth on one side and Wallflower 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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