Denim Drift vs Phantom Hue
Where Denim Drift belongs to Dulux's range, Phantom Hue is a PPG color. Denim Drift reads as blue-grey, while Phantom Hue reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Denim Drift (LRV 27) reflects noticeably more light than Phantom Hue (LRV 10), a difference of 17 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 20.1, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. 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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Denim Drift vs Phantom Hue Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Denim Drift on one side and Phantom Hue 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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