S 0502-Y vs Cake Batter
Where S 0502-Y belongs to NCS's range, Cake Batter is a PPG color. Hue-wise, S 0502-Y belongs to the beige family and Cake Batter to the beige-yellow family. S 0502-Y (LRV 87) reflects noticeably more light than Cake Batter (LRV 83), a difference of 4 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 4.2 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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S 0502-Y vs Cake Batter Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see S 0502-Y on one side and Cake Batter 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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