It Works vs Cement grey
It Works (PPG) and Cement grey (RAL Classic) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, It Works belongs to the beige family and Cement grey to the grey family. The 3-point LRV gap — 27 for It Works vs 24 for Cement grey — means It Works will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 26.8 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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It Works vs Cement grey Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see It Works 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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