Magical Merlin vs Passageway
Where Magical Merlin belongs to PPG's range, Passageway is a Valspar color. Hue-wise, Magical Merlin belongs to the blue family and Passageway to the blue-grey family. Magical Merlin (LRV 27) reflects noticeably more light than Passageway (LRV 14), a difference of 13 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 34.9, 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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Magical Merlin vs Passageway Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Magical Merlin on one side and Passageway 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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