Kyoto vs S 0515-R80B
Kyoto is a Cloverdale Paint color while S 0515-R80B comes from NCS. Both sit in the blue family, which is useful context if you're narrowing within a single hue direction. At LRV 73 vs 71, Kyoto will read as the brighter of the two — a 3-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 9.7, 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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Kyoto vs S 0515-R80B Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Kyoto on one side and S 0515-R80B 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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