Washed Linen vs Summer Shadow
Where Washed Linen belongs to Jotun's range, Summer Shadow is a PPG color. Hue-wise, Washed Linen belongs to the beige-greige family and Summer Shadow to the grey family. Washed Linen (LRV 55) reflects noticeably more light than Summer Shadow (LRV 11), a difference of 44 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 39.6, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. 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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Washed Linen vs Summer Shadow Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Washed Linen on one side and Summer Shadow 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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