Basalt grey vs S 0502-Y
Where Basalt grey belongs to RAL Classic's range, S 0502-Y is a NCS color. S 0502-Y (LRV 87) reflects noticeably more light than Basalt grey (LRV 14), a difference of 73 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 56.4, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question.
Basalt grey vs S 0502-Y Color Comparison
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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Basalt grey vs S 0502-Y in Real Spaces
Seeing Basalt grey and S 0502-Y in actual rooms makes the difference concrete. Browse the spaces below to get a feel for how each color lives on a wall. Showing 1 room type where both colors have photos.
Kitchen
In a kitchen, colors are seen under bright task lighting that amplifies undertones — what reads neutral elsewhere can show its hand here. S 0502-Y reflects noticeably more light off the walls, making the space read more open than Basalt grey.
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