May Mist vs Fresh Violet
Where May Mist belongs to Cloverdale Paint's range, Fresh Violet is a PPG color. Hue-wise, May Mist belongs to the blue family and Fresh Violet to the blue-purple family. Fresh Violet (LRV 40) reflects noticeably more light than May Mist (LRV 37), a difference of 3 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 5.1 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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May Mist vs Fresh Violet Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see May Mist on one side and Fresh Violet 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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