Evergreen Fog vs K496
Evergreen Fog (Sherwin-Williams) and K496 (Tikkurila) come from different manufacturers. Evergreen Fog reads as green-grey, while K496 reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 19-point LRV gap — 50 for K496 vs 30 for Evergreen Fog — means K496 will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 15.6 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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Evergreen Fog vs K496 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Evergreen Fog on one side and K496 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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