Steam vs S 1002-Y20R
Steam is a Tikkurila color while S 1002-Y20R comes from NCS. At LRV 82 vs 79, S 1002-Y20R will read as the brighter of the two — a 3-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. With a ΔE of 2.6, the difference is subtle — you'd need them side by side to reliably tell them apart.
Steam vs S 1002-Y20R Color Comparison
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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