S 3005-B20G vs J438
S 3005-B20G (NCS) and J438 (Tikkurila) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, S 3005-B20G belongs to the blue-grey family and J438 to the blue family. The 6-point LRV gap — 45 for J438 vs 40 for S 3005-B20G — means J438 will open up a space more effectively. ΔE 6.3 means they're clearly different, but not dramatically so — they'd pair well in the same room. 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 J438 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see S 3005-B20G on one side and J438 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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