Candy Apple vs Cement grey
Candy Apple (PPG) and Cement grey (RAL Classic) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Candy Apple belongs to the pink-red family and Cement grey to the grey family. The 12-point LRV gap — 24 for Cement grey vs 12 for Candy Apple — means Cement grey will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 40.7 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. 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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Candy Apple vs Cement grey Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Candy Apple on one side and Cement 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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