Black Magic vs Brown Mustard
Both from PPG's palette. Hue-wise, Black Magic belongs to the grey family and Brown Mustard to the beige family. Brown Mustard (LRV 43) reflects noticeably more light than Black Magic (LRV 4), a difference of 39 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 68.0, 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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Black Magic vs Brown Mustard Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Black Magic on one side and Brown Mustard 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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