Crystal Ball vs Artichoke
Crystal Ball is a PPG color while Artichoke comes from Sherwin-Williams. Hue-wise, Crystal Ball belongs to the blue family and Artichoke to the grey family. At LRV 21 vs 8, Artichoke will read as the brighter of the two — a 13-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 25.7, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. 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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Crystal Ball vs Artichoke Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Crystal Ball 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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