Silvermist vs J499
Where Silvermist belongs to Sherwin-Williams's range, J499 is a Tikkurila color. Silvermist reads as green-grey, while J499 reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. J499 (LRV 50) reflects noticeably more light than Silvermist (LRV 47), a difference of 3 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 3.7 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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Silvermist vs J499 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Silvermist on one side and J499 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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