Guardian Angel vs Artichoke
Where Guardian Angel belongs to PPG's range, Artichoke is a Sherwin-Williams color. Hue-wise, Guardian Angel belongs to the blue-purple family and Artichoke to the grey family. Guardian Angel (LRV 76) reflects noticeably more light than Artichoke (LRV 21), a difference of 55 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 42.1, 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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Guardian Angel vs Artichoke Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Guardian Angel on one side and Artichoke 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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