Nocturne Shade vs Traffic blue
Where Nocturne Shade belongs to PPG's range, Traffic blue is a RAL Classic color. These are both blues, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within blue to land. Nocturne Shade (LRV 17) reflects noticeably more light than Traffic blue (LRV 11), a difference of 6 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 11.9, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. 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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Nocturne Shade vs Traffic blue Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Nocturne Shade on one side and Traffic blue 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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