Steamed Chai vs Passageway
Steamed Chai (Sherwin-Williams) and Passageway (Valspar) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Steamed Chai belongs to the beige family and Passageway to the blue-grey family. The 52-point LRV gap — 67 for Steamed Chai vs 14 for Passageway — means Steamed Chai will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 46.3 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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Steamed Chai vs Passageway Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Steamed Chai on one side and Passageway 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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