Night blue vs Artichoke
Where Night blue belongs to RAL Classic's range, Artichoke is a Sherwin-Williams color. Night blue reads as blue, while Artichoke reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Artichoke (LRV 21) reflects noticeably more light than Night blue (LRV 6), a difference of 15 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 57.5, 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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Night blue vs Artichoke Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Night blue on one side and Artichoke 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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