Smoky Blue vs V490
Smoky Blue is a Sherwin-Williams color while V490 comes from Tikkurila. Smoky Blue reads as blue, while V490 reads as blue-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. With LRVs of 15 and 14, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. At ΔE 3.2, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. 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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Smoky Blue vs V490 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Smoky Blue on one side and V490 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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