Shoji White vs Shantung
Where Shoji White belongs to Sherwin-Williams's range, Shantung is a Tikkurila color. Hue-wise, Shoji White belongs to the beige-greige family and Shantung to the grey family. Shoji White (LRV 74) reflects noticeably more light than Shantung (LRV 45), a difference of 29 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 19.0, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. 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 Shantung Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Shoji White on one side and Shantung 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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