Sourdough vs Up In Smoke
Both from PPG's palette. Hue-wise, Sourdough belongs to the beige family and Up In Smoke to the grey family. Sourdough (LRV 62) reflects noticeably more light than Up In Smoke (LRV 16), a difference of 46 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 38.2, 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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Sourdough vs Up In Smoke Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Sourdough on one side and Up In Smoke 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.