Life Lesson vs Sourdough
Both from PPG's palette. Life Lesson reads as green-grey, while Sourdough reads as beige — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Sourdough (LRV 62) reflects noticeably more light than Life Lesson (LRV 58), a difference of 4 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 8.7 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. 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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Life Lesson vs Sourdough Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Life Lesson 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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