Violet Whimsey vs G488
Violet Whimsey (PPG) and G488 (Tikkurila) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Violet Whimsey belongs to the grey-purple family and G488 to the grey family. The 5-point LRV gap — 68 for Violet Whimsey vs 63 for G488 — means Violet Whimsey will open up a space more effectively. ΔE 4.6 means they're clearly different, but not dramatically so — they'd pair well in the same room. 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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Violet Whimsey vs G488 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Violet Whimsey on one side and G488 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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