S 1000-N vs Blue Horizon
S 1000-N (NCS) and Blue Horizon (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. S 1000-N reads as grey, while Blue Horizon reads as blue — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 4-point LRV gap — 78 for Blue Horizon vs 74 for S 1000-N — means Blue Horizon will open up a space more effectively. Where S 1000-N leans neutral, Blue Horizon reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. ΔE 5.9 means they're clearly different, but not dramatically so — they'd pair well in the same room. 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 1000-N vs Blue Horizon Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see S 1000-N on one side and Blue Horizon 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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