Basalt grey vs Sepia brown
Both from RAL Classic's palette. Hue-wise, Basalt grey belongs to the grey family and Sepia brown to the beige family. Basalt grey (LRV 14) reflects noticeably more light than Sepia brown (LRV 7), a difference of 7 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 22.8, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. 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 Sepia brown Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Basalt grey on one side and Sepia brown 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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