Brandywine vs Lotus Petal
Both from PPG's palette. Hue-wise, Brandywine belongs to the pink-red family and Lotus Petal to the beige family. Lotus Petal (LRV 81) reflects noticeably more light than Brandywine (LRV 44), a difference of 37 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 35.4, 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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Brandywine vs Lotus Petal Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Brandywine on one side and Lotus Petal 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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