S 1002-Y vs Opaline
S 1002-Y is a NCS color while Opaline comes from Sherwin-Williams. Hue-wise, S 1002-Y belongs to the beige-greige family and Opaline to the green-grey family. With LRVs of 72 and 73, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. The tonal difference — S 1002-Y's warm character against Opaline's neutral — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 3.1, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. Below you'll find 1 real-room photo comparison where both colors appear side by side, plus 5 simulated room previews.
S 1002-Y vs Opaline in Real Spaces
1 real room side by side. S 1002-Y and Opaline are close enough that the difference can be hard to judge from a chip alone — these photos show how each reads at scale, across different spaces and lighting conditions.
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S 1002-Y vs Opaline Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see S 1002-Y on one side and Opaline 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.
More S 1002-Y comparisons
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