Aldabra vs Aria
Both from PPG's palette. Hue-wise, Aldabra belongs to the greige-grey family and Aria to the white family. Aria (LRV 77) reflects noticeably more light than Aldabra (LRV 36), a difference of 41 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 24.9, 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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Aldabra vs Aria Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Aldabra on one side and Aria 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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