Cut Velvet vs Grape Arbor
Cut Velvet is a Cloverdale Paint color while Grape Arbor comes from PPG. Cut Velvet reads as purple, while Grape Arbor reads as blue-purple — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. With LRVs of 35 and 36, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. At ΔE 3.0, 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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Cut Velvet vs Grape Arbor Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Cut Velvet on one side and Grape Arbor 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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