Maize vs Straw
Maize (Cloverdale Paint) and Straw (Tikkurila) come from different manufacturers. Both sit in the beige family, which is useful context if you're narrowing within a single hue direction. The 6-point LRV gap — 65 for Straw vs 59 for Maize — means Straw will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 10.7 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. 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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Maize vs Straw Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Maize on one side and Straw 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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