Hardwick White vs Fresco
Hardwick White (Farrow & Ball) and Fresco (PPG) come from different manufacturers. Hardwick White reads as greige-grey, while Fresco reads as pink-red — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 31-point LRV gap — 75 for Fresco vs 44 for Hardwick White — means Fresco will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 20.3 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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Hardwick White vs Fresco Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Hardwick White on one side and Fresco 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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