Artichoke vs Licorice
Where Artichoke belongs to Sherwin-Williams's range, Licorice is a Tikkurila color. These are both greys, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within grey to land. Artichoke (LRV 21) reflects noticeably more light than Licorice (LRV 7), a difference of 14 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 27.3, 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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Artichoke vs Licorice Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Artichoke on one side and Licorice 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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