Surf Green vs Thistle
Surf Green and Thistle come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Surf Green reads as blue-green, while Thistle reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 9-point LRV gap — 30 for Thistle vs 21 for Surf Green — means Thistle 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 30.7 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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Surf Green vs Thistle Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Surf Green on one side and Thistle 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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