Spalding Gray vs Lilac Gray
Spalding Gray (Sherwin-Williams) and Lilac Gray (Valspar) come from different manufacturers. Spalding Gray reads as greige-grey, while Lilac Gray reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 3-point LRV gap — 25 for Lilac Gray vs 22 for Spalding Gray — means Lilac Gray will open up a space more effectively. ΔE 5.7 means they're clearly different, but not dramatically so — they'd pair well in the same room. 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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Spalding Gray vs Lilac Gray Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Spalding Gray on one side and Lilac 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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