Medallion vs Smoky Slate
Medallion (Cloverdale Paint) and Smoky Slate (PPG) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Medallion belongs to the grey family and Smoky Slate to the greige-grey family. Their light reflectance values are nearly the same — 34 vs 34 — so neither will read significantly brighter or darker than the other. A ΔE of 2.3 puts them in subtle territory — distinguishable in direct comparison, less so from across a room. 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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Medallion vs Smoky Slate Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Medallion on one side and Smoky Slate 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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