Pastel blue vs Vermilion
Both from RAL Classic's palette. Pastel blue reads as blue, while Vermilion reads as pink-red — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Pastel blue (LRV 29) reflects noticeably more light than Vermilion (LRV 16), a difference of 12 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 89.2, 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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Pastel blue vs Vermilion Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Pastel blue on one side and Vermilion 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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