True North vs Red violet
Where True North belongs to Cloverdale Paint's range, Red violet is a RAL Classic color. Hue-wise, True North belongs to the pink-red family and Red violet to the pink-purple family. Red violet (LRV 12) reflects noticeably more light than True North (LRV 8), a difference of 4 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 8.1 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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True North vs Red violet Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see True North on one side and Red violet 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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