Rain Barrel vs Artichoke
Rain Barrel is a PPG color while Artichoke comes from Sherwin-Williams. Hue-wise, Rain Barrel belongs to the beige-greige family and Artichoke to the grey family. With LRVs of 19 and 21, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. At ΔE 9.4, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. 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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Rain Barrel vs Artichoke Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Rain Barrel 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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