Restoration vs Calcite
Where Restoration belongs to Sherwin-Williams's range, Calcite is a Tikkurila color. Hue-wise, Restoration belongs to the greige-grey family and Calcite to the grey family. Restoration (LRV 38) reflects noticeably more light than Calcite (LRV 35), a difference of 3 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 3.6 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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Restoration vs Calcite Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Restoration on one side and Calcite 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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