S 3005-B20G vs Smoke Screen
S 3005-B20G is a NCS color while Smoke Screen comes from PPG. These are both blue-greys, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within blue-grey to land. At LRV 47 vs 40, Smoke Screen will read as the brighter of the two — a 7-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 4.4, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. 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 3005-B20G vs Smoke Screen Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see S 3005-B20G on one side and Smoke Screen 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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