Tiki Hut vs Virtual Taupe
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Hue-wise, Tiki Hut belongs to the beige-greige family and Virtual Taupe to the greige-grey family. Virtual Taupe (LRV 20) reflects noticeably more light than Tiki Hut (LRV 17), a difference of 3 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean warm, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. The ΔE 4.4 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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Tiki Hut vs Virtual Taupe Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Tiki Hut on one side and Virtual Taupe 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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