Elemental vs Magic Dust
Both from PPG's palette. These are both greys, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within grey to land. Elemental (LRV 66) reflects noticeably more light than Magic Dust (LRV 21), a difference of 45 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 32.2, 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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Elemental vs Magic Dust Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Elemental on one side and Magic Dust 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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