Truly Taupe vs White Iris
Truly Taupe and White Iris come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Hue-wise, Truly Taupe belongs to the greige-grey family and White Iris to the blue-white family. The 40-point LRV gap — 76 for White Iris vs 35 for Truly Taupe — means White Iris will open up a space more effectively. Where Truly Taupe leans warm, White Iris reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 25.4 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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Truly Taupe vs White Iris Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Truly Taupe on one side and White Iris 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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