Ruby Violet vs Tame Teal
Ruby Violet and Tame Teal come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Ruby Violet reads as grey-purple, while Tame Teal reads as blue — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 50-point LRV gap — 73 for Tame Teal vs 24 for Ruby Violet — means Tame Teal will open up a space more effectively. Both share a cool character, which means they'll respond to light and surrounding materials in similar ways. A ΔE of 42.4 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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Ruby Violet vs Tame Teal Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Ruby Violet on one side and Tame Teal 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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