Black grey vs Rookwood Clay
Where Black grey belongs to RAL Classic's range, Rookwood Clay is a Sherwin-Williams color. Hue-wise, Black grey belongs to the blue-grey family and Rookwood Clay to the beige-greige family. Rookwood Clay (LRV 23) reflects noticeably more light than Black grey (LRV 6), a difference of 16 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 40.3, 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 Rookwood Clay Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Black grey on one side and Rookwood Clay 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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