Gentian blue vs Salmon orange
Both from RAL Classic's palette. Gentian blue reads as blue, while Salmon orange reads as pink-red — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Salmon orange (LRV 25) reflects noticeably more light than Gentian blue (LRV 9), a difference of 16 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 82.8, 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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Gentian blue vs Salmon orange Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Gentian blue on one side and Salmon orange 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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