Platinum grey vs Slate Violet
Where Platinum grey belongs to RAL Classic's range, Slate Violet is a Sherwin-Williams color. Hue-wise, Platinum grey belongs to the grey family and Slate Violet to the grey-purple family. Platinum grey (LRV 32) reflects noticeably more light than Slate Violet (LRV 29), a difference of 3 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. At ΔE 1.7, these are close — the kind of difference that matters when choosing between them, but doesn't read strongly in a finished room. 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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Platinum grey vs Slate Violet Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Platinum grey on one side and Slate Violet 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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