London Clay vs Derby Brown
London Clay is a Farrow & Ball color while Derby Brown comes from PPG. Hue-wise, London Clay belongs to the grey family and Derby Brown to the beige-greige family. At LRV 18 vs 15, Derby Brown will read as the brighter of the two — a 3-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 7.2, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. 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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London Clay vs Derby Brown Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see London Clay on one side and Derby Brown 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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