Aqua-Sphere vs Mistral
Where Aqua-Sphere belongs to Sherwin-Williams's range, Mistral is a Tikkurila color. Aqua-Sphere reads as blue-grey, while Mistral reads as blue — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Mistral (LRV 44) reflects noticeably more light than Aqua-Sphere (LRV 41), a difference of 3 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 3.2 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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Aqua-Sphere vs Mistral Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Aqua-Sphere on one side and Mistral 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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