Persian Violet vs Pigeon blue
Where Persian Violet belongs to Benjamin Moore's range, Pigeon blue is a RAL Classic color. Persian Violet reads as blue-purple, while Pigeon blue reads as blue — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Persian Violet (LRV 35) reflects noticeably more light than Pigeon blue (LRV 22), a difference of 14 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 16.4, 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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Persian Violet vs Pigeon blue Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Persian Violet on one side and Pigeon blue 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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