Special Gray vs Sea Grove
Special Gray (Sherwin-Williams) and Sea Grove (Valspar) come from different manufacturers. These are both greys, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within grey to land. The 4-point LRV gap — 19 for Special Gray vs 15 for Sea Grove — means Special Gray will open up a space more effectively. ΔE 8.6 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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Special Gray vs Sea Grove Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Special Gray on one side and Sea Grove 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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