Mink Violet vs RAL 560-5
Where Mink Violet belongs to Benjamin Moore's range, RAL 560-5 is a RAL Effect color. Mink Violet reads as grey-purple, while RAL 560-5 reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. RAL 560-5 (LRV 19) reflects noticeably more light than Mink Violet (LRV 16), a difference of 3 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 8.8 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. 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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Mink Violet vs RAL 560-5 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Mink Violet on one side and RAL 560-5 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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