Earl Gray vs Naval
Earl Gray (PPG) and Naval (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Earl Gray reads as greige-grey, while Naval reads as blue — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 28-point LRV gap — 32 for Earl Gray vs 4 for Naval — means Earl Gray will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 43.3 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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Earl Gray vs Naval Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Earl Gray on one side and Naval 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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