Signal orange vs Steel blue
Both from RAL Classic's palette. Signal orange reads as beige-pink, while Steel blue reads as blue — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Signal orange (LRV 23) reflects noticeably more light than Steel blue (LRV 5), a difference of 18 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 84.9, 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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Signal orange vs Steel blue Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Signal orange on one side and Steel 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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