Merlot vs Thin Ice
Merlot and Thin Ice come from the same PPG collection. Merlot reads as pink, while Thin Ice reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 63-point LRV gap — 70 for Thin Ice vs 7 for Merlot — means Thin Ice will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 59.9 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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Merlot vs Thin Ice Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Merlot on one side and Thin Ice 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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