River Valley vs Steel Symphony 5
Both from Dulux's palette. River Valley reads as blue, while Steel Symphony 5 reads as blue-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Steel Symphony 5 (LRV 63) reflects noticeably more light than River Valley (LRV 44), a difference of 19 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean cool, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. With a ΔE of 12.9, 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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River Valley vs Steel Symphony 5 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see River Valley on one side and Steel Symphony 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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