Pastel blue vs Candid Blue
Pastel blue is a RAL Classic color while Candid Blue comes from Sherwin-Williams. These are both blues, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within blue to land. At LRV 48 vs 29, Candid Blue will read as the brighter of the two — a 19-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 18.6, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. 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 Candid Blue Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Pastel blue on one side and Candid Blue 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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