Lute vs S 2005-Y40R
Where Lute belongs to Little Greene's range, S 2005-Y40R is a NCS color. Hue-wise, Lute belongs to the beige family and S 2005-Y40R to the beige-greige family. S 2005-Y40R (LRV 53) reflects noticeably more light than Lute (LRV 48), a difference of 5 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Lute runs red while S 2005-Y40R is decidedly warm, which means they'll respond very differently to warm vs cool light sources. The ΔE 6.1 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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Lute vs S 2005-Y40R Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Lute on one side and S 2005-Y40R 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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