Nettle vs Grotto
Nettle is a Sherwin-Williams color while Grotto comes from Tikkurila. Hue-wise, Nettle belongs to the beige-greige family and Grotto to the greige-grey family. With LRVs of 11 and 10, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. At ΔE 6.4, 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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Nettle vs Grotto Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Nettle on one side and Grotto 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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