Purple Surf vs Naval
Purple Surf (PPG) and Naval (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Purple Surf belongs to the blue-grey family and Naval to the blue family. The 28-point LRV gap — 32 for Purple Surf vs 4 for Naval — means Purple Surf will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 38.4 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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Purple Surf vs Naval Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Purple Surf on one side and Naval 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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