Telegrey 4 vs Potentially Purple
Where Telegrey 4 belongs to RAL Classic's range, Potentially Purple is a Sherwin-Williams color. Telegrey 4 reads as grey, while Potentially Purple reads as blue-purple — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Potentially Purple (LRV 62) reflects noticeably more light than Telegrey 4 (LRV 59), a difference of 3 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 10.9, 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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Telegrey 4 vs Potentially Purple Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Telegrey 4 on one side and Potentially Purple 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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