Arquerite vs Purple Surf
Where Arquerite belongs to Little Greene's range, Purple Surf is a PPG color. Hue-wise, Arquerite belongs to the grey family and Purple Surf to the blue-grey family. Purple Surf (LRV 32) reflects noticeably more light than Arquerite (LRV 26), a difference of 6 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 9.8 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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Arquerite vs Purple Surf Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Arquerite on one side and Purple Surf 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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