Autumn Fern vs Magic Dust
Both from PPG's palette. Hue-wise, Autumn Fern belongs to the beige-greige family and Magic Dust to the grey family. Magic Dust (LRV 21) reflects noticeably more light than Autumn Fern (LRV 16), a difference of 5 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 31.4, 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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Autumn Fern vs Magic Dust Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Autumn Fern 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.
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