Naval vs Surf
Naval (Sherwin-Williams) and Surf (Tikkurila) come from different manufacturers. Naval reads as blue, while Surf reads as blue-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 15-point LRV gap — 20 for Surf vs 4 for Naval — means Surf will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 26.8 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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Naval vs Surf Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Naval on one side and Surf 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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