Aqua Tint vs Magic Dust
Both from PPG's palette. Hue-wise, Aqua Tint belongs to the blue-green family and Magic Dust to the grey family. Aqua Tint (LRV 84) reflects noticeably more light than Magic Dust (LRV 21), a difference of 63 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 42.5, 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.
Color Details
Aqua Tint vs Magic Dust Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Aqua Tint on one side and Magic Dust 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.
More Aqua Tint comparisons
See how Aqua Tint stacks up against other well-photographed colors across different brands and tones.
