S 5010-R90B vs Smoky Azurite
Where S 5010-R90B belongs to NCS's range, Smoky Azurite is a Sherwin-Williams color. Hue-wise, S 5010-R90B belongs to the blue-grey family and Smoky Azurite to the blue family. Smoky Azurite (LRV 25) reflects noticeably more light than S 5010-R90B (LRV 19), a difference of 6 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 9.4 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 5010-R90B vs Smoky Azurite Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see S 5010-R90B on one side and Smoky Azurite 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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