Naval vs G488
Where Naval belongs to Sherwin-Williams's range, G488 is a Tikkurila color. Naval reads as blue, while G488 reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. G488 (LRV 63) reflects noticeably more light than Naval (LRV 4), a difference of 58 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 58.9, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. 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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Naval vs G488 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Naval on one side and G488 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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