Merino vs Gentle Lamb
Merino is a Tikkurila color while Gentle Lamb comes from Valspar. Merino reads as beige-greige, while Gentle Lamb reads as beige — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 74 vs 70, Merino will read as the brighter of the two — a 5-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 3.5, 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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Merino vs Gentle Lamb Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Merino on one side and Gentle Lamb 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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