Cement grey vs H496
Where Cement grey belongs to RAL Classic's range, H496 is a Tikkurila color. Cement grey reads as grey, while H496 reads as blue-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. H496 (LRV 67) reflects noticeably more light than Cement grey (LRV 24), a difference of 43 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 32.9, 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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Cement grey vs H496 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Cement grey on one side and H496 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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