S 3010-R80B vs Dusty Heather
Where S 3010-R80B belongs to NCS's range, Dusty Heather is a Sherwin-Williams color. Both sit in the blue-grey family, which is useful context if you're narrowing within a single hue direction. S 3010-R80B (LRV 36) reflects noticeably more light than Dusty Heather (LRV 28), a difference of 8 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean cool, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. The ΔE 7.7 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 3010-R80B vs Dusty Heather Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see S 3010-R80B on one side and Dusty Heather 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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