S 0515-R80B vs Potentially Purple
Where S 0515-R80B belongs to NCS's range, Potentially Purple is a Sherwin-Williams color. S 0515-R80B reads as blue, while Potentially Purple reads as blue-purple — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. S 0515-R80B (LRV 71) reflects noticeably more light than Potentially Purple (LRV 62), a difference of 9 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean cool, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. The ΔE 8.4 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 0515-R80B vs Potentially Purple Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see S 0515-R80B on one side and Potentially Purple 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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