French Gray vs More Melon
French Gray (Farrow & Ball) and More Melon (PPG) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, French Gray belongs to the beige-greige family and More Melon to the yellow family. The 31-point LRV gap — 74 for More Melon vs 43 for French Gray — means More Melon will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 17.7 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 More Melon Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see French Gray on one side and More Melon 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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