James vs S 3010-R80B
Where James belongs to Little Greene's range, S 3010-R80B is a NCS color. Both sit in the blue-grey family, which is useful context if you're narrowing within a single hue direction. S 3010-R80B (LRV 36) reflects noticeably more light than James (LRV 30), a difference of 6 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. James runs blue while S 3010-R80B is decidedly cool, which means they'll respond very differently to warm vs cool light sources. The ΔE 5.5 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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James vs S 3010-R80B Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see James on one side and S 3010-R80B 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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