Phthalo Green vs Black grey
Phthalo Green is a Little Greene color while Black grey comes from RAL Classic. Hue-wise, Phthalo Green belongs to the green family and Black grey to the blue-grey family. At LRV 46 vs 6, Phthalo Green will read as the brighter of the two — a 39-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 89.0, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. 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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Phthalo Green vs Black grey Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Phthalo Green 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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