Pearl gentian blue vs Traffic orange
Both from RAL Classic's palette. Hue-wise, Pearl gentian blue belongs to the blue family and Traffic orange to the beige family. Traffic orange (LRV 24) reflects noticeably more light than Pearl gentian blue (LRV 18), a difference of 6 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 104.6, 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 Traffic orange Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Pearl gentian blue on one side and Traffic orange 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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