Leap Frog vs Magic Dust
Both from PPG's palette. Leap Frog reads as green, while Magic Dust reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Leap Frog (LRV 28) reflects noticeably more light than Magic Dust (LRV 21), a difference of 7 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 67.7, 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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Leap Frog vs Magic Dust Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Leap Frog 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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