Oyster Shell vs Artichoke
Where Oyster Shell belongs to PPG's range, Artichoke is a Sherwin-Williams color. Oyster Shell reads as beige-greige, while Artichoke reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Oyster Shell (LRV 28) reflects noticeably more light than Artichoke (LRV 21), a difference of 7 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 11.8, 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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Oyster Shell vs Artichoke Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Oyster Shell on one side and Artichoke 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.
More Oyster Shell comparisons
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