S 3010-R80B vs Purple Essence
Where S 3010-R80B belongs to NCS's range, Purple Essence is a PPG color. S 3010-R80B reads as blue-grey, while Purple Essence reads as purple — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Purple Essence (LRV 47) reflects noticeably more light than S 3010-R80B (LRV 36), a difference of 11 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 14.1, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. 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 3010-R80B vs Purple Essence Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see S 3010-R80B on one side and Purple Essence 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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