Raindrop vs Sockeye
Raindrop and Sockeye come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Raindrop reads as blue, while Sockeye reads as pink-red — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 12-point LRV gap — 52 for Raindrop vs 40 for Sockeye — means Raindrop will open up a space more effectively. Where Raindrop leans cool, Sockeye reads warm — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 49.2 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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Raindrop vs Sockeye Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Raindrop on one side and Sockeye 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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