Red violet vs Ruby Shade
Where Red violet belongs to RAL Classic's range, Ruby Shade is a Sherwin-Williams color. Hue-wise, Red violet belongs to the pink-purple family and Ruby Shade to the pink-red family. Ruby Shade (LRV 15) reflects noticeably more light than Red violet (LRV 12), a difference of 3 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 12.7, 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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Red violet vs Ruby Shade Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Red violet on one side and Ruby Shade 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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