Coastal Storm vs Waxed Khaki
Coastal Storm (Behr) and Waxed Khaki (Dulux) come from different manufacturers. These are both greys, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within grey to land. The 3-point LRV gap — 24 for Waxed Khaki vs 21 for Coastal Storm — means Waxed Khaki will open up a space more effectively. Where Coastal Storm leans green, Waxed Khaki reads neutral — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 2.6 puts them in subtle territory — distinguishable in direct comparison, less so from across a room. 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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Coastal Storm vs Waxed Khaki Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Coastal Storm on one side and Waxed Khaki 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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