Carmine red vs Ocean blue
Carmine red and Ocean blue come from the same RAL Classic collection. Carmine red reads as pink-red, while Ocean blue reads as blue — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 4-point LRV gap — 11 for Carmine red vs 7 for Ocean blue — means Carmine red will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 77.0 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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Carmine red vs Ocean blue Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Carmine red on one side and Ocean blue 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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