Magic Dust vs Sterling Shadow
Magic Dust and Sterling Shadow come from the same PPG collection. Hue-wise, Magic Dust belongs to the grey family and Sterling Shadow to the yellow family. The 60-point LRV gap — 81 for Sterling Shadow vs 21 for Magic Dust — means Sterling Shadow will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 41.7 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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Magic Dust vs Sterling Shadow Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Magic Dust on one side and Sterling Shadow 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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