Autumn Fern vs Naval
Autumn Fern (PPG) and Naval (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Autumn Fern reads as beige-greige, while Naval reads as blue — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 12-point LRV gap — 16 for Autumn Fern vs 4 for Naval — means Autumn Fern will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 43.4 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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Autumn Fern vs Naval Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Autumn Fern on one side and Naval 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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