Crystal Gem vs Tropical Tide
Crystal Gem and Tropical Tide come from the same PPG collection. Crystal Gem reads as green, while Tropical Tide reads as blue-green — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 3-point LRV gap — 51 for Crystal Gem vs 48 for Tropical Tide — means Crystal Gem will open up a space more effectively. ΔE 8.4 means they're clearly different, but not dramatically so — they'd pair well in the same room. 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 Gem vs Tropical Tide Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Crystal Gem on one side and Tropical Tide 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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