S 3005-B20G vs Ebbtide
S 3005-B20G is a NCS color while Ebbtide comes from Sherwin-Williams. Hue-wise, S 3005-B20G belongs to the blue-grey family and Ebbtide to the blue family. With LRVs of 40 and 41, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. The tonal difference — S 3005-B20G's neutral character against Ebbtide's cool — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 12.7, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. 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 Ebbtide Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see S 3005-B20G on one side and Ebbtide 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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