Douter vs Obligation
Where Douter belongs to Farrow & Ball's range, Obligation is a PPG color. Both sit in the green-grey family, which is useful context if you're narrowing within a single hue direction. Douter (LRV 15) reflects noticeably more light than Obligation (LRV 12), a difference of 3 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 5.2 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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Douter vs Obligation Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Douter on one side and Obligation 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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