Ammonite vs Scalloped Shell
Where Ammonite belongs to Farrow & Ball's range, Scalloped Shell is a PPG color. Hue-wise, Ammonite belongs to the beige-greige family and Scalloped Shell to the beige family. Scalloped Shell (LRV 82) reflects noticeably more light than Ammonite (LRV 69), a difference of 13 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 6.6 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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Ammonite vs Scalloped Shell Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Ammonite on one side and Scalloped Shell 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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