Lichen vs Sourdough
Lichen and Sourdough come from the same PPG collection. Hue-wise, Lichen belongs to the beige-yellow family and Sourdough to the beige family. The 32-point LRV gap — 62 for Sourdough vs 30 for Lichen — means Sourdough will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 53.6 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. 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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Lichen vs Sourdough Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Lichen on one side and Sourdough 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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