Pitch Black vs Traffic black
Pitch Black is a Farrow & Ball color while Traffic black comes from RAL Classic. Both sit in the grey family, which is useful context if you're narrowing within a single hue direction. With LRVs of 5 and 4, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. At ΔE 7.7, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. 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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Pitch Black vs Traffic black Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Pitch Black on one side and Traffic black 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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