Blue Beard vs RAL 170-2
Blue Beard (PPG) and RAL 170-2 (RAL Effect) come from different manufacturers. These are both blues, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within blue to land. The 4-point LRV gap — 46 for Blue Beard vs 42 for RAL 170-2 — means Blue Beard will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 3.0 puts them in subtle territory — distinguishable in direct comparison, less so from across a room. 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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Blue Beard vs RAL 170-2 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Blue Beard on one side and RAL 170-2 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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