Black grey vs Beetroot
Black grey is a RAL Classic color while Beetroot comes from Sherwin-Williams. Hue-wise, Black grey belongs to the blue-grey family and Beetroot to the pink-red family. With LRVs of 6 and 7, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. At ΔE 41.3, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. 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 Beetroot Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Black grey on one side and Beetroot 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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