Saffron yellow vs Traffic blue
Both from RAL Classic's palette. Saffron yellow reads as beige-yellow, while Traffic blue reads as blue — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Saffron yellow (LRV 50) reflects noticeably more light than Traffic blue (LRV 11), a difference of 38 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 99.9, 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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Saffron yellow vs Traffic blue Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Saffron yellow on one side and Traffic blue 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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