Washed Linen vs Tainted Gold
Washed Linen (Jotun) and Tainted Gold (PPG) come from different manufacturers. Washed Linen reads as beige-greige, while Tainted Gold reads as beige-yellow — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 10-point LRV gap — 65 for Tainted Gold vs 55 for Washed Linen — means Tainted Gold will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 28.7 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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Washed Linen vs Tainted Gold Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Washed Linen on one side and Tainted Gold 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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