Flax vs Shantung
Where Flax belongs to Benjamin Moore's range, Shantung is a Tikkurila color. Hue-wise, Flax belongs to the beige-pink family and Shantung to the grey family. Shantung (LRV 45) reflects noticeably more light than Flax (LRV 42), a difference of 3 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 5.5 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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Flax vs Shantung Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Flax on one side and Shantung 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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