Patina green vs Black grey
Both from RAL Classic's palette. Patina green (LRV 17) reflects noticeably more light than Black grey (LRV 6), a difference of 11 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 34.0, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question.
Patina green vs Black grey Color Comparison
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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Patina green vs Black grey in Real Spaces
Seeing Patina green and Black grey in actual rooms makes the difference concrete. Browse the spaces below to get a feel for how each color lives on a wall. Showing 1 room type where both colors have photos.
Kitchen Cabinets
Kitchen cabinets are constantly compared against adjacent materials, which means subtle differences between these two become much more visible. Patina green reflects noticeably more light off the walls, making the space read more open than Black grey.
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