Steel Curtain vs V444
Where Steel Curtain belongs to PPG's range, V444 is a Tikkurila color. Both sit in the grey family, which is useful context if you're narrowing within a single hue direction. Steel Curtain (LRV 34) reflects noticeably more light than V444 (LRV 31), a difference of 3 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 3.3 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. 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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Steel Curtain vs V444 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Steel Curtain on one side and V444 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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