Bear Hug vs Naval
Bear Hug (PPG) and Naval (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Bear Hug belongs to the beige-greige family and Naval to the blue family. The 28-point LRV gap — 32 for Bear Hug vs 4 for Naval — means Bear Hug will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 49.7 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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Bear Hug vs Naval Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Bear Hug 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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