Calke Green vs S 4010-G50Y
Calke Green (Farrow & Ball) and S 4010-G50Y (NCS) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Calke Green belongs to the green-grey family and S 4010-G50Y to the grey family. The 8-point LRV gap — 29 for S 4010-G50Y vs 21 for Calke Green — means S 4010-G50Y will open up a space more effectively. Where Calke Green leans neutral, S 4010-G50Y reads warm — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 11.0 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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Calke Green vs S 4010-G50Y Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Calke Green on one side and S 4010-G50Y 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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