S 3000-N vs K492
Where S 3000-N belongs to NCS's range, K492 is a Tikkurila color. S 3000-N reads as grey, while K492 reads as blue-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. K492 (LRV 49) reflects noticeably more light than S 3000-N (LRV 44), a difference of 6 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 6.5 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 3000-N vs K492 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see S 3000-N on one side and K492 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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