Autumn Glow vs Sand yellow
Where Autumn Glow belongs to PPG's range, Sand yellow is a RAL Classic color. Hue-wise, Autumn Glow belongs to the beige family and Sand yellow to the beige-yellow family. Autumn Glow (LRV 56) reflects noticeably more light than Sand yellow (LRV 45), a difference of 11 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 9.1 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. 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 Glow vs Sand yellow Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Autumn Glow on one side and Sand yellow 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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