Poetic License vs Black grey

Where Poetic License belongs to PPG's range, Black grey is a RAL Classic color. Poetic License (LRV 80) reflects noticeably more light than Black grey (LRV 6), a difference of 74 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 71.1, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question.

Poetic License vs Black grey Color Comparison

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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.

ΔE 71.1 — Very different colors

Color Details

Poetic License

PPG · PPG1135-1

Hex#e4e8e1

LRV80.0

BrandPPG

NumberPPG1135-1

Undertone—

Temperature—

Brightnesslight

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Black grey

RAL Classic · RAL 7021

Hex#2F3234

LRV6.5

BrandRAL Classic

NumberRAL 7021

Undertone—

Temperature—

Brightnessdark

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