Brassica vs Violet Eclipse
Where Brassica belongs to Farrow & Ball's range, Violet Eclipse is a PPG color. Brassica reads as grey, while Violet Eclipse reads as purple — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Violet Eclipse (LRV 28) reflects noticeably more light than Brassica (LRV 24), a difference of 4 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 17.3, 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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Brassica vs Violet Eclipse Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Brassica on one side and Violet Eclipse 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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