Hardwick White vs Star Anise
Where Hardwick White belongs to Farrow & Ball's range, Star Anise is a PPG color. Hue-wise, Hardwick White belongs to the greige-grey family and Star Anise to the beige-greige family. Hardwick White (LRV 44) reflects noticeably more light than Star Anise (LRV 8), a difference of 36 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 36.9, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. 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 Star Anise Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Hardwick White on one side and Star Anise 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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