Instinct vs G489
Instinct (Benjamin Moore) and G489 (Tikkurila) come from different manufacturers. Instinct reads as blue, while G489 reads as blue-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 4-point LRV gap — 59 for G489 vs 55 for Instinct — means G489 will open up a space more effectively. ΔE 3.6 means they're clearly different, but not dramatically so — they'd pair well in the same 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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Instinct vs G489 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Instinct on one side and G489 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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