Purple Surf vs Pastel violet
Purple Surf (PPG) and Pastel violet (RAL Classic) come from different manufacturers. Purple Surf reads as blue-grey, while Pastel violet reads as grey-purple — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 4-point LRV gap — 32 for Purple Surf vs 28 for Pastel violet — means Purple Surf will open up a space more effectively. ΔE 9.2 means they're clearly different, but not dramatically so — they'd pair well in the same room. 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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Purple Surf vs Pastel violet Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Purple Surf on one side and Pastel violet 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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