Northern Lights vs Artichoke
Northern Lights is a PPG color while Artichoke comes from Sherwin-Williams. Hue-wise, Northern Lights belongs to the green family and Artichoke to the grey family. At LRV 84 vs 21, Northern Lights will read as the brighter of the two — a 63-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 42.6, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. 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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Northern Lights vs Artichoke Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Northern Lights 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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