Lovely Lilac vs Artichoke
Where Lovely Lilac belongs to PPG's range, Artichoke is a Sherwin-Williams color. Hue-wise, Lovely Lilac belongs to the blue family and Artichoke to the grey family. Lovely Lilac (LRV 44) reflects noticeably more light than Artichoke (LRV 21), a difference of 23 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 36.4, 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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Lovely Lilac vs Artichoke Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Lovely Lilac 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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