French Gray vs First Kiss
French Gray (Farrow & Ball) and First Kiss (PPG) come from different manufacturers. French Gray reads as beige-greige, while First Kiss reads as beige-pink — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 18-point LRV gap — 61 for First Kiss vs 43 for French Gray — means First Kiss will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 14.1 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. 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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French Gray vs First Kiss Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see French Gray on one side and First Kiss 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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