Purbeck Stone vs H481
Purbeck Stone is a Farrow & Ball color while H481 comes from Tikkurila. Hue-wise, Purbeck Stone belongs to the greige-grey family and H481 to the grey family. With LRVs of 52 and 52, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. At ΔE 3.5, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. 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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Purbeck Stone vs H481 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Purbeck Stone 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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