S 1000-N vs Bubble
Where S 1000-N belongs to NCS's range, Bubble is a Sherwin-Williams color. S 1000-N reads as grey, while Bubble reads as blue — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Bubble (LRV 77) reflects noticeably more light than S 1000-N (LRV 74), a difference of 3 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. S 1000-N runs neutral while Bubble is decidedly cool, which means they'll respond very differently to warm vs cool light sources. The ΔE 9.2 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 1000-N vs Bubble Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see S 1000-N on one side and Bubble 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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