Soft Apple vs Magical Melon
Soft Apple is a Dulux color while Magical Melon comes from PPG. Soft Apple reads as yellow, while Magical Melon reads as beige-yellow — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 83 vs 79, Soft Apple will read as the brighter of the two — a 4-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 3.4, 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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Soft Apple vs Magical Melon Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Soft Apple on one side and Magical Melon 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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