Madeira Red vs Artichoke
Where Madeira Red belongs to PPG's range, Artichoke is a Sherwin-Williams color. Hue-wise, Madeira Red belongs to the pink-red family and Artichoke to the grey family. Artichoke (LRV 21) reflects noticeably more light than Madeira Red (LRV 10), a difference of 11 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 46.7, 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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Madeira Red vs Artichoke Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Madeira Red 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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