Carys vs Timid Absinthe
Carys (Little Greene) and Timid Absinthe (Valspar) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Carys belongs to the beige-yellow family and Timid Absinthe to the yellow family. The 7-point LRV gap — 79 for Carys vs 72 for Timid Absinthe — means Carys will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 33.9 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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Carys vs Timid Absinthe Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Carys on one side and Timid Absinthe 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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