Pavilion Gray vs H481
Where Pavilion Gray belongs to Farrow & Ball's range, H481 is a Tikkurila color. Hue-wise, Pavilion Gray belongs to the greige-grey family and H481 to the grey family. Pavilion Gray (LRV 55) reflects noticeably more light than H481 (LRV 52), a difference of 3 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 3.2 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. 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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Pavilion Gray vs H481 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Pavilion Gray on one side and H481 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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