Pearl Grey vs H496
Pearl Grey is a Dulux color while H496 comes from Tikkurila. Pearl Grey reads as grey, while H496 reads as blue-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 71 vs 67, Pearl Grey will read as the brighter of the two — a 4-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. With a ΔE of 2.5, the difference is subtle — you'd need them side by side to reliably tell them apart. 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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Pearl Grey vs H496 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Pearl Grey on one side and H496 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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