Shoji White vs L493
Shoji White is a Sherwin-Williams color while L493 comes from Tikkurila. Hue-wise, Shoji White belongs to the beige-greige family and L493 to the blue-grey family. At LRV 74 vs 34, Shoji White will read as the brighter of the two — a 40-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 25.4, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. 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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Shoji White vs L493 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Shoji White on one side and L493 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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