Shiitake vs Lamp Black
Shiitake (Behr) and Lamp Black (Little Greene) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Shiitake belongs to the greige-grey family and Lamp Black to the grey family. The 30-point LRV gap — 33 for Shiitake vs 3 for Lamp Black — means Shiitake will open up a space more effectively. Where Shiitake leans red, Lamp Black reads purple — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 46.0 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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Shiitake vs Lamp Black Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Shiitake on one side and Lamp Black 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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