Tin Lizzie vs Wood Violet
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Tin Lizzie reads as grey, while Wood Violet reads as grey-purple — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Tin Lizzie (LRV 30) reflects noticeably more light than Wood Violet (LRV 16), a difference of 13 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Tin Lizzie runs neutral while Wood Violet is decidedly cool, which means they'll respond very differently to warm vs cool light sources. With a ΔE of 23.5, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. 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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Tin Lizzie vs Wood Violet Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Tin Lizzie on one side and Wood Violet 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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