Upward vs Yam
Upward and Yam come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Upward reads as blue, while Yam reads as beige — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 34-point LRV gap — 57 for Upward vs 23 for Yam — means Upward will open up a space more effectively. Where Upward leans cool, Yam reads warm — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 60.7 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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Upward vs Yam Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Upward on one side and Yam 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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