Pastel violet vs Carley's Rose
Where Pastel violet belongs to RAL Classic's range, Carley's Rose is a Sherwin-Williams color. Hue-wise, Pastel violet belongs to the grey-purple family and Carley's Rose to the pink family. Pastel violet (LRV 28) reflects noticeably more light than Carley's Rose (LRV 22), a difference of 6 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 15.1, 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 violet vs Carley's Rose Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Pastel violet on one side and Carley's Rose 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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