Caffeine vs Shiitake
Both from Behr's palette. These are both greige-greys, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within greige-grey to land. Shiitake (LRV 33) reflects noticeably more light than Caffeine (LRV 20), a difference of 12 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean red, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. With a ΔE of 11.8, 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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Caffeine vs Shiitake Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Caffeine on one side and Shiitake 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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