Carmine red vs Vermilion
Both from RAL Classic's palette. These are both pink-reds, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within pink-red to land. Vermilion (LRV 16) reflects noticeably more light than Carmine red (LRV 11), a difference of 6 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 15.6, 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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Carmine red vs Vermilion Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Carmine red on one side and Vermilion 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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