Graphite grey vs Plum Brown
Graphite grey (RAL Classic) and Plum Brown (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Graphite grey reads as blue-grey, while Plum Brown reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 3-point LRV gap — 9 for Graphite grey vs 6 for Plum Brown — means Graphite grey will open up a space more effectively. ΔE 7.2 means they're clearly different, but not dramatically so — they'd pair well in the same room. 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 grey vs Plum Brown Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Graphite grey on one side and Plum Brown 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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