Maldive Dream vs Pearl gentian blue
Where Maldive Dream belongs to Dulux's range, Pearl gentian blue is a RAL Classic color. These are both blues, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within blue to land. Pearl gentian blue (LRV 18) reflects noticeably more light than Maldive Dream (LRV 13), a difference of 5 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 7.4 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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Maldive Dream vs Pearl gentian blue Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Maldive Dream on one side and Pearl gentian 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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