Cystern vs K500
Cystern is a Cloverdale Paint color while K500 comes from Tikkurila. Both sit in the blue-grey family, which is useful context if you're narrowing within a single hue direction. At LRV 49 vs 45, K500 will read as the brighter of the two — a 4-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 3.2, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. 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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Cystern vs K500 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Cystern on one side and K500 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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