Blackened vs Velvet Scarf
Where Blackened belongs to Farrow & Ball's range, Velvet Scarf is a PPG color. Hue-wise, Blackened belongs to the grey family and Velvet Scarf to the blue-purple family. Velvet Scarf (LRV 75) reflects noticeably more light than Blackened (LRV 71), a difference of 4 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 8.1 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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Blackened vs Velvet Scarf Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Blackened on one side and Velvet Scarf 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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