Assateague Sand vs Thin Ice
Both from PPG's palette. Assateague Sand reads as beige, while Thin Ice reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Thin Ice (LRV 70) reflects noticeably more light than Assateague Sand (LRV 63), a difference of 7 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 17.4, 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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Assateague Sand vs Thin Ice Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Assateague Sand on one side and Thin Ice 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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