Royal Lilac vs Artichoke
Royal Lilac (PPG) and Artichoke (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Royal Lilac belongs to the purple family and Artichoke to the grey family. The 6-point LRV gap — 21 for Artichoke vs 15 for Royal Lilac — means Artichoke will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 54.5 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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Royal Lilac vs Artichoke Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Royal Lilac 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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