Cool Gray vs Delicate White
Both from PPG's palette. Hue-wise, Cool Gray belongs to the blue-grey family and Delicate White to the white family. Delicate White (LRV 88) reflects noticeably more light than Cool Gray (LRV 60), a difference of 28 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 14.6, 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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Cool Gray vs Delicate White Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Cool Gray on one side and Delicate White 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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