Steel blue vs Tuxedo
Where Steel blue belongs to RAL Classic's range, Tuxedo is a Valspar color. Hue-wise, Steel blue belongs to the blue family and Tuxedo to the blue-grey family. Steel blue (LRV 5) reflects noticeably more light than Tuxedo (LRV 2), a difference of 3 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 9.3 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. 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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Steel blue vs Tuxedo Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Steel blue on one side and Tuxedo 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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