Balsam vs Pale Green
Where Balsam belongs to PPG's range, Pale Green is a RAL Classic color. Balsam reads as green-grey, while Pale Green reads as green — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Balsam (LRV 53) reflects noticeably more light than Pale Green (LRV 31), a difference of 22 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 19.2, 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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Balsam vs Pale Green Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Balsam on one side and Pale Green 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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