Black grey vs Song Thrush
Where Black grey belongs to RAL Classic's range, Song Thrush is a Sherwin-Williams color. Black grey reads as blue-grey, while Song Thrush reads as beige-greige — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Song Thrush (LRV 33) reflects noticeably more light than Black grey (LRV 6), a difference of 26 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 47.6, 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 Song Thrush Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Black grey on one side and Song Thrush 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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