Chromium vs Cloister
Where Chromium belongs to Cloverdale Paint's range, Cloister is a Tikkurila color. Chromium reads as grey, while Cloister reads as greige-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. They have nearly identical light reflectance values (44 vs 46), so they'll read as similarly Medium in most lighting conditions. The ΔE 3.8 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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Chromium vs Cloister Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Chromium on one side and Cloister 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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