Opaline vs Kaolin
Opaline (Sherwin-Williams) and Kaolin (Tikkurila) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Opaline belongs to the green-grey family and Kaolin to the beige-greige family. The 3-point LRV gap — 76 for Kaolin vs 73 for Opaline — means Kaolin will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 2.3 puts them in subtle territory — distinguishable in direct comparison, less so from across a room. 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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Opaline vs Kaolin Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Opaline on one side and Kaolin 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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