Paid In Full vs Playing Hooky
Paid In Full and Playing Hooky come from the same PPG collection. Paid In Full reads as beige-greige, while Playing Hooky reads as greige-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Their light reflectance values are nearly the same — 26 vs 25 — so neither will read significantly brighter or darker than the other. ΔE 4.4 means they're clearly different, but not dramatically so — they'd pair well in the same room. 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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Paid In Full vs Playing Hooky Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Paid In Full on one side and Playing Hooky 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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