S 3005-G50Y vs Western Reserve
Where S 3005-G50Y belongs to NCS's range, Western Reserve is a Sherwin-Williams color. Hue-wise, S 3005-G50Y belongs to the grey family and Western Reserve to the greige-grey family. S 3005-G50Y (LRV 41) reflects noticeably more light than Western Reserve (LRV 36), a difference of 4 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. S 3005-G50Y runs neutral while Western Reserve is decidedly warm, which means they'll respond very differently to warm vs cool light sources. The ΔE 4.5 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 3005-G50Y vs Western Reserve Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see S 3005-G50Y on one side and Western Reserve 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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