Rose Bark vs Sea Urchin 2
Rose Bark and Sea Urchin 2 come from the same Dulux collection. Rose Bark reads as grey, while Sea Urchin 2 reads as blue-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 12-point LRV gap — 28 for Sea Urchin 2 vs 16 for Rose Bark — means Sea Urchin 2 will open up a space more effectively. Where Rose Bark leans warm, Sea Urchin 2 reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 26.5 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. 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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Rose Bark vs Sea Urchin 2 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Rose Bark on one side and Sea Urchin 2 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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