Lotus Petal vs Whirligig
Both from PPG's palette. Hue-wise, Lotus Petal belongs to the beige family and Whirligig to the pink-red family. Lotus Petal (LRV 81) reflects noticeably more light than Whirligig (LRV 64), a difference of 17 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 11.5, 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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Lotus Petal vs Whirligig Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Lotus Petal on one side and Whirligig 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.