James White vs Instant Relief
James White (Farrow & Ball) and Instant Relief (PPG) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, James White belongs to the beige-white family and Instant Relief to the beige-yellow family. Their light reflectance values are nearly the same — 81 vs 79 — so neither will read significantly brighter or darker than the other. A ΔE of 2.3 puts them in subtle territory — distinguishable in direct comparison, less so from across a room. 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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James White vs Instant Relief Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see James White on one side and Instant Relief 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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