Slate Mine vs Sourdough
Both from PPG's palette. Hue-wise, Slate Mine belongs to the grey family and Sourdough to the beige family. Sourdough (LRV 62) reflects noticeably more light than Slate Mine (LRV 16), a difference of 46 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 38.6, 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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Slate Mine vs Sourdough Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Slate Mine on one side and Sourdough 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.