Purbeck Stone vs Sharkskin
Where Purbeck Stone belongs to Farrow & Ball's range, Sharkskin is a PPG color. These are both greige-greys, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within greige-grey to land. Purbeck Stone (LRV 52) reflects noticeably more light than Sharkskin (LRV 40), a difference of 12 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 7.7 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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Purbeck Stone vs Sharkskin Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Purbeck Stone on one side and Sharkskin 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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