Scattered Showers vs Steely Gray
Both are Sherwin-Williams colors. Hue-wise, Scattered Showers belongs to the grey-red family and Steely Gray to the blue-grey family. At LRV 30 vs 22, Steely Gray will read as the brighter of the two — a 9-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. They share a neutral quality — useful to know if you're layering them in the same space. At ΔE 8.2, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. 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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Scattered Showers vs Steely Gray Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Scattered Showers on one side and Steely Gray 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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