Restoration Ivory vs Shell White
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Hue-wise, Restoration Ivory belongs to the beige family and Shell White to the beige-white family. Shell White (LRV 83) reflects noticeably more light than Restoration Ivory (LRV 75), a difference of 8 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean warm, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. The ΔE 7.3 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. 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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Restoration Ivory vs Shell White Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Restoration Ivory on one side and Shell White 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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