Hardwick White vs Stepping Stone
Where Hardwick White belongs to Farrow & Ball's range, Stepping Stone is a PPG color. Hardwick White reads as greige-grey, while Stepping Stone reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Hardwick White (LRV 44) reflects noticeably more light than Stepping Stone (LRV 39), a difference of 5 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 8.1 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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Hardwick White vs Stepping Stone Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Hardwick White on one side and Stepping Stone 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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