Basalt grey vs Iron grey
Both are RAL Classic colors. Basalt grey reads as grey, while Iron grey reads as blue-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. With LRVs of 14 and 12, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. With a ΔE of 2.5, the difference is subtle — you'd need them side by side to reliably tell them apart. 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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Basalt grey vs Iron grey Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Basalt grey on one side and Iron grey 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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