Java vs N470
Where Java belongs to Sherwin-Williams's range, N470 is a Tikkurila color. Java reads as beige, while N470 reads as beige-pink — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. N470 (LRV 10) reflects noticeably more light than Java (LRV 7), a difference of 3 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 5.8 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. 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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Java vs N470 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Java on one side and N470 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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