S 5010-R90B vs Gentian
S 5010-R90B is a NCS color while Gentian comes from Sherwin-Williams. Hue-wise, S 5010-R90B belongs to the blue-grey family and Gentian to the blue family. With LRVs of 19 and 18, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. They share a cool quality — useful to know if you're layering them in the same space. At ΔE 24.4, 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 5010-R90B vs Gentian Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see S 5010-R90B on one side and Gentian 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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