Black grey vs Aquacade 226
Where Black grey belongs to RAL Classic's range, Aquacade 226 is a Sherwin-Williams color. Hue-wise, Black grey belongs to the blue-grey family and Aquacade 226 to the green family. Aquacade 226 (LRV 84) reflects noticeably more light than Black grey (LRV 6), a difference of 78 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 73.2, 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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Black grey vs Aquacade 226 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Black grey on one side and Aquacade 226 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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