S 0502-Y vs Ammonite
S 0502-Y is a NCS color while Ammonite comes from Farrow & Ball. At LRV 87 vs 69, S 0502-Y will read as the brighter of the two — a 18-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. They share a warm quality — useful to know if you're layering them in the same space. At ΔE 8.4, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space.
S 0502-Y vs Ammonite Color Comparison
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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S 0502-Y vs Ammonite in Real Spaces
S 0502-Y and Ammonite are close enough that the difference can be hard to judge from a chip alone. These real-room photos show how each reads at scale, across different spaces and lighting conditions. Showing 2 room types where both colors have photos.
Living Room
Living rooms test a color across a full range of conditions — morning sun, afternoon shade, and evening lamp light all shift how both of these read. S 0502-Y returns significantly more light to the room — in a smaller or darker space, that difference in perceived brightness is hard to miss.
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