Southern Wood vs Pearl gold
Southern Wood (PPG) and Pearl gold (RAL Classic) come from different manufacturers. Southern Wood reads as beige-pink, while Pearl gold reads as beige — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 9-point LRV gap — 28 for Pearl gold vs 19 for Southern Wood — means Pearl gold will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 12.3 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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Southern Wood vs Pearl gold Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Southern Wood on one side and Pearl gold 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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