New Orleans vs Amethyst
Where New Orleans belongs to Behr's range, Amethyst is a Tikkurila color. Both sit in the blue-grey family, which is useful context if you're narrowing within a single hue direction. New Orleans (LRV 16) reflects noticeably more light than Amethyst (LRV 13), a difference of 3 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 6.4 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. 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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New Orleans vs Amethyst Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see New Orleans on one side and Amethyst 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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