Describe what you can see
Start with plain observations: contrast under the current light, legibility at the chosen distance, or an edge that needs another look. This keeps a swatch log useful without overstating what a single sample can prove about a material or future result.
Delay the verdict
If a comparison needs more context, mark it as an open question and keep the samples together. A reference board can guide the next test without becoming a blanket recommendation. Browse /updates/ for more sample-documentation habits.