Crushed Velvet vs Artichoke
Where Crushed Velvet belongs to PPG's range, Artichoke is a Sherwin-Williams color. Crushed Velvet reads as blue, while Artichoke reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Artichoke (LRV 21) reflects noticeably more light than Crushed Velvet (LRV 11), a difference of 10 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 60.2, 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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Crushed Velvet vs Artichoke Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Crushed Velvet 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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