Gentian blue vs Pastel yellow
Gentian blue and Pastel yellow come from the same RAL Classic collection. Gentian blue reads as blue, while Pastel yellow reads as beige-yellow — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 35-point LRV gap — 44 for Pastel yellow vs 9 for Gentian blue — means Pastel yellow will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 93.5 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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Gentian blue vs Pastel yellow Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Gentian blue on one side and Pastel yellow 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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