Lichen vs Magic Dust
Both from PPG's palette. Lichen reads as beige-yellow, while Magic Dust reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Lichen (LRV 30) reflects noticeably more light than Magic Dust (LRV 21), a difference of 9 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 65.9, 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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Lichen vs Magic Dust Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Lichen 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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