Fresh Violet vs RAL 580-3
Where Fresh Violet belongs to PPG's range, RAL 580-3 is a RAL Effect color. Hue-wise, Fresh Violet belongs to the blue-purple family and RAL 580-3 to the blue family. RAL 580-3 (LRV 45) reflects noticeably more light than Fresh Violet (LRV 40), a difference of 5 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 4.0 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. 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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Fresh Violet vs RAL 580-3 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Fresh Violet on one side and RAL 580-3 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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