Rectory Red vs Burnt Red
Rectory Red (Farrow & Ball) and Burnt Red (PPG) come from different manufacturers. These are both pink-reds, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within pink-red to land. The 6-point LRV gap — 17 for Burnt Red vs 11 for Rectory Red — means Burnt Red will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 13.7 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. 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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Rectory Red vs Burnt Red Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Rectory Red on one side and Burnt Red 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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