Aria vs Merlot
Aria and Merlot come from the same PPG collection. Hue-wise, Aria belongs to the white family and Merlot to the pink family. The 70-point LRV gap — 77 for Aria vs 7 for Merlot — means Aria will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 62.3 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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Aria vs Merlot Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Aria on one side and Merlot 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.