Black grey vs Stay in Lime
Black grey (RAL Classic) and Stay in Lime (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Black grey reads as blue-grey, while Stay in Lime reads as yellow — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 31-point LRV gap — 38 for Stay in Lime vs 6 for Black grey — means Stay in Lime will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 64.6 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. 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 Stay in Lime Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Black grey on one side and Stay in Lime 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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