Buttermilk vs S 1005-Y60R
Where Buttermilk belongs to Dulux's range, S 1005-Y60R is a NCS color. These are both beiges, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within beige to land. Buttermilk (LRV 77) reflects noticeably more light than S 1005-Y60R (LRV 70), a difference of 7 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean warm, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. With a ΔE of 11.5, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. 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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Buttermilk vs S 1005-Y60R Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Buttermilk on one side and S 1005-Y60R 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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