Parchment Paper vs Artichoke
Where Parchment Paper belongs to PPG's range, Artichoke is a Sherwin-Williams color. Parchment Paper reads as beige, while Artichoke reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Parchment Paper (LRV 80) reflects noticeably more light than Artichoke (LRV 21), a difference of 59 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 39.9, 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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Parchment Paper vs Artichoke Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Parchment Paper 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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