Ruby Violet vs Workout Green
Ruby Violet and Workout Green come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Ruby Violet reads as grey-purple, while Workout Green reads as green — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 49-point LRV gap — 72 for Workout Green vs 24 for Ruby Violet — means Workout Green 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 NaN 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 Workout Green Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Ruby Violet on one side and Workout Green 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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