Buff vs Riviera
Buff is a Sherwin-Williams color while Riviera comes from Tikkurila. These are both beiges, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within beige to land. With LRVs of 75 and 73, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. At ΔE 6.0, 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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Buff vs Riviera Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Buff on one side and Riviera 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.
More Buff comparisons
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