Blonde Beauty vs Artichoke
Blonde Beauty (PPG) and Artichoke (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Blonde Beauty belongs to the beige-yellow family and Artichoke to the grey family. The 63-point LRV gap — 84 for Blonde Beauty vs 21 for Artichoke — means Blonde Beauty will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 40.6 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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Blonde Beauty vs Artichoke Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Blonde Beauty on one side and Artichoke 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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