Blue Grotto vs Paper
Blue Grotto (Sherwin-Williams) and Paper (Tikkurila) come from different manufacturers. Blue Grotto reads as blue, while Paper reads as beige-greige — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The NaN-point LRV gap — 88 for Paper vs NaN for Blue Grotto — means Paper will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of NaN puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. 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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Blue Grotto vs Paper Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Blue Grotto on one side and Paper 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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