Stained Glass vs Violet Blue
Where Stained Glass belongs to PPG's range, Violet Blue is a RAL Classic color. Hue-wise, Stained Glass belongs to the blue family and Violet Blue to the blue-purple family. Stained Glass (LRV 13) reflects noticeably more light than Violet Blue (LRV 10), a difference of 3 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 4.7 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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Stained Glass vs Violet Blue Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Stained Glass on one side and Violet 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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