Forest Shade vs Castle Stone
Forest Shade is a Dulux color while Castle Stone comes from PPG. Forest Shade reads as green-grey, while Castle Stone reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 13 vs 9, Forest Shade will read as the brighter of the two — a 4-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 5.2, 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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Forest Shade vs Castle Stone Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Forest Shade on one side and Castle Stone 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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