Artichoke vs Shantung
Artichoke is a Sherwin-Williams color while Shantung comes from Tikkurila. These are both greys, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within grey to land. At LRV 45 vs 21, Shantung will read as the brighter of the two — a 24-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 23.6, 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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Artichoke vs Shantung Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Artichoke on one side and Shantung 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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