Charleston Gray vs Iris Mauve
Where Charleston Gray belongs to Farrow & Ball's range, Iris Mauve is a PPG color. Hue-wise, Charleston Gray belongs to the greige-grey family and Iris Mauve to the pink family. Iris Mauve (LRV 34) reflects noticeably more light than Charleston Gray (LRV 30), a difference of 4 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 6.5 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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Charleston Gray vs Iris Mauve Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Charleston Gray on one side and Iris Mauve 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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