Elephant Gray vs Lotus Petal
Both from PPG's palette. Elephant Gray reads as grey, while Lotus Petal reads as beige — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Lotus Petal (LRV 81) reflects noticeably more light than Elephant Gray (LRV 24), a difference of 57 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 37.1, 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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Elephant Gray vs Lotus Petal Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Elephant Gray 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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