Heart's Desire vs Lotus Petal
Both from PPG's palette. Heart's Desire reads as pink-red, while Lotus Petal reads as beige — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Lotus Petal (LRV 81) reflects noticeably more light than Heart's Desire (LRV 13), a difference of 68 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 68.5, 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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Heart's Desire vs Lotus Petal Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Heart's Desire 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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