Empress vs H481
Empress and H481 come from the same Tikkurila collection. Hue-wise, Empress belongs to the beige-pink family and H481 to the grey family. The 3-point LRV gap — 55 for Empress vs 52 for H481 — means Empress will open up a space more effectively. ΔE 3.0 means they're clearly different, but not dramatically so — they'd pair well in the same room. 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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Empress vs H481 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Empress on one side and H481 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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