Pale Taupe vs Black grey
Where Pale Taupe belongs to Dulux's range, Black grey is a RAL Classic color. Pale Taupe reads as greige-grey, while Black grey reads as blue-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Pale Taupe (LRV 63) reflects noticeably more light than Black grey (LRV 6), a difference of 57 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 62.3, 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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Pale Taupe vs Black grey Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Pale Taupe on one side and Black grey 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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