S 1000-N vs Just Walnut
S 1000-N is a NCS color while Just Walnut comes from Dulux. With LRVs of 74 and 72, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. The tonal difference — S 1000-N's neutral character against Just Walnut's warm — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. With a ΔE of 2.8, the difference is subtle — you'd need them side by side to reliably tell them apart.
S 1000-N vs Just Walnut 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 1000-N vs Just Walnut in Real Spaces
S 1000-N and Just Walnut 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 1000-N reads more restrained here, while Just Walnut adds a sense of enclosure and warmth.
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Dining Room
Dining room light is typically the warmest in the house, which shifts both colors toward the red end of the spectrum compared to daylight. Just Walnut brings more warmth to the space, while S 1000-N keeps things cooler and crisper.
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