Aldabra vs Gray Area
Aldabra (PPG) and Gray Area (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Both sit in the greige-grey family, which is useful context if you're narrowing within a single hue direction. The 3-point LRV gap — 39 for Gray Area vs 36 for Aldabra — means Gray Area will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 1.9 puts them in subtle territory — distinguishable in direct comparison, less so from across a room. 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 Gray Area Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Aldabra on one side and Gray Area 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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