Timid Blue vs Paper
Where Timid Blue belongs to Sherwin-Williams's range, Paper is a Tikkurila color. Timid Blue reads as blue-green, while Paper reads as beige-greige — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Paper (LRV 88) reflects noticeably more light than Timid Blue (LRV 79), a difference of 9 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 5.2 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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Timid Blue vs Paper Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Timid Blue on one side and Paper 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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