Graphite black vs Grey olive
Both from RAL Classic's palette. Hue-wise, Graphite black belongs to the blue-grey family and Grey olive to the greige-grey family. Grey olive (LRV 8) reflects noticeably more light than Graphite black (LRV 5), a difference of 3 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 11.7, 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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Graphite black vs Grey olive Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Graphite black on one side and Grey olive 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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