Citrus Yellow vs N391
Where Citrus Yellow belongs to PPG's range, N391 is a Tikkurila color. Both sit in the beige-yellow family, which is useful context if you're narrowing within a single hue direction. Citrus Yellow (LRV 54) reflects noticeably more light than N391 (LRV 38), a difference of 16 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 14.0, 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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Citrus Yellow vs N391 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Citrus Yellow on one side and N391 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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