Nordic Sky vs S 3010-R80B
Where Nordic Sky belongs to Dulux's range, S 3010-R80B is a NCS color. Hue-wise, Nordic Sky belongs to the blue family and S 3010-R80B to the blue-grey family. Nordic Sky (LRV 40) reflects noticeably more light than S 3010-R80B (LRV 36), a difference of 4 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean cool, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. With a ΔE of 13.6, 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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Nordic Sky vs S 3010-R80B Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Nordic Sky on one side and S 3010-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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