Pearl gentian blue vs Red brown
Both from RAL Classic's palette. Pearl gentian blue reads as blue, while Red brown reads as pink-red — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Pearl gentian blue (LRV 18) reflects noticeably more light than Red brown (LRV 8), a difference of 10 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 51.2, 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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Pearl gentian blue vs Red brown Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Pearl gentian blue on one side and Red brown 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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