Cheerful vs N302
Cheerful is a Sherwin-Williams color while N302 comes from Tikkurila. Cheerful reads as beige, while N302 reads as beige-yellow — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 63 vs 43, Cheerful will read as the brighter of the two — a 19-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 6.9, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. 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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Cheerful vs N302 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Cheerful on one side and N302 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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