Ray of Light vs Buttercup Fool 5
Where Ray of Light belongs to Cloverdale Paint's range, Buttercup Fool 5 is a Dulux color. Hue-wise, Ray of Light belongs to the beige-yellow family and Buttercup Fool 5 to the beige family. Ray of Light (LRV 86) reflects noticeably more light than Buttercup Fool 5 (LRV 83), a difference of 3 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. At ΔE 2.6, these are close — the kind of difference that matters when choosing between them, but doesn't read strongly in a finished 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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Ray of Light vs Buttercup Fool 5 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Ray of Light on one side and Buttercup Fool 5 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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