Dark Lilac vs Royal Hyacinth
Where Dark Lilac belongs to Benjamin Moore's range, Royal Hyacinth is a PPG color. Dark Lilac reads as blue-purple, while Royal Hyacinth reads as blue — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Dark Lilac (LRV 10) reflects noticeably more light than Royal Hyacinth (LRV 7), a difference of 3 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 4.9 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. 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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Dark Lilac vs Royal Hyacinth Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Dark Lilac on one side and Royal Hyacinth 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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