S 2005-Y40R vs Caramel Ice
S 2005-Y40R (NCS) and Caramel Ice (PPG) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, S 2005-Y40R belongs to the beige-greige family and Caramel Ice to the beige family. The 9-point LRV gap — 62 for Caramel Ice vs 53 for S 2005-Y40R — means Caramel Ice will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 12.9 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. 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 2005-Y40R vs Caramel Ice Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see S 2005-Y40R on one side and Caramel Ice 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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