Basalt grey vs Passageway
Where Basalt grey belongs to RAL Classic's range, Passageway is a Valspar color. Hue-wise, Basalt grey belongs to the grey family and Passageway to the blue-grey family. They have nearly identical light reflectance values (14 vs 14), so they'll read as similarly Dark in most lighting conditions. The ΔE 9.2 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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Basalt grey vs Passageway Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Basalt grey on one side and Passageway 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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