Frosted Lilac vs Inspired Lilac
Frosted Lilac is a PPG color while Inspired Lilac comes from Sherwin-Williams. Frosted Lilac reads as blue-grey, while Inspired Lilac reads as purple-red — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 71 vs 65, Inspired Lilac will read as the brighter of the two — a 6-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 3.5, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. 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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Frosted Lilac vs Inspired Lilac Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Frosted Lilac on one side and Inspired Lilac 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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