Positively Palm vs Artichoke
Where Positively Palm belongs to PPG's range, Artichoke is a Sherwin-Williams color. Positively Palm reads as greige-grey, while Artichoke reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Artichoke (LRV 21) reflects noticeably more light than Positively Palm (LRV 17), a difference of 4 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 6.0 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. 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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Positively Palm vs Artichoke Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Positively Palm 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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