Black grey vs Forsythia
Black grey is a RAL Classic color while Forsythia comes from Sherwin-Williams. Black grey reads as blue-grey, while Forsythia reads as beige-yellow — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 63 vs 6, Forsythia will read as the brighter of the two — a 57-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 106.7, 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 Forsythia Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Black grey on one side and Forsythia 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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