Pigeon blue vs Terra brown
Both from RAL Classic's palette. Pigeon blue reads as blue, while Terra brown reads as beige — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Pigeon blue (LRV 22) reflects noticeably more light than Terra brown (LRV 8), a difference of 13 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 40.7, 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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Pigeon blue vs Terra brown Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Pigeon blue on one side and Terra 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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