Glow Worm vs Magic Dust
Both from PPG's palette. Glow Worm reads as yellow, while Magic Dust reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Glow Worm (LRV 57) reflects noticeably more light than Magic Dust (LRV 21), a difference of 36 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 69.1, 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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Glow Worm vs Magic Dust Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Glow Worm on one side and Magic Dust 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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