Banana Brulee vs Black Magic
Both from PPG's palette. Hue-wise, Banana Brulee belongs to the beige-yellow family and Black Magic to the grey family. Banana Brulee (LRV 79) reflects noticeably more light than Black Magic (LRV 4), a difference of 75 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 70.2, 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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Banana Brulee vs Black Magic Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Banana Brulee on one side and Black Magic 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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