Tainted Gold vs Evergreen Fog
Tainted Gold (PPG) and Evergreen Fog (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Tainted Gold belongs to the beige-yellow family and Evergreen Fog to the green-grey family. The 35-point LRV gap — 65 for Tainted Gold vs 30 for Evergreen Fog — means Tainted Gold will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 37.3 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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Tainted Gold vs Evergreen Fog Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Tainted Gold on one side and Evergreen Fog 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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