Garrison Gray vs Oatmeal
Both from PPG's palette. Garrison Gray reads as blue-grey, while Oatmeal reads as beige-greige — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Oatmeal (LRV 76) reflects noticeably more light than Garrison Gray (LRV 23), a difference of 53 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 36.8, 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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Garrison Gray vs Oatmeal Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Garrison Gray on one side and Oatmeal 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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