Simply Sparkling vs Blue Thistle
Where Simply Sparkling belongs to Cloverdale Paint's range, Blue Thistle is a PPG color. These are both blues, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within blue to land. Simply Sparkling (LRV 56) reflects noticeably more light than Blue Thistle (LRV 52), a difference of 4 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 3.4 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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Simply Sparkling vs Blue Thistle Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Simply Sparkling on one side and Blue Thistle 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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