Wave Top vs Whirlpool
Wave Top is a Behr color while Whirlpool comes from PPG. These are both blues, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within blue to land. With LRVs of 60 and 62, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. At ΔE 4.3, 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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Wave Top vs Whirlpool Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Wave Top on one side and Whirlpool 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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