Tinsmith vs Wood Violet
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Tinsmith reads as grey, while Wood Violet reads as grey-purple — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Tinsmith (LRV 57) reflects noticeably more light than Wood Violet (LRV 16), a difference of 41 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Tinsmith 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 37.9, 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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Tinsmith vs Wood Violet Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Tinsmith 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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