RAL 160-M vs Ash Violet
RAL 160-M (RAL Effect) and Ash Violet (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, RAL 160-M belongs to the grey family and Ash Violet to the grey-purple family. The 6-point LRV gap — 40 for RAL 160-M vs 34 for Ash Violet — means RAL 160-M will open up a space more effectively. ΔE 4.1 means they're clearly different, but not dramatically so — they'd pair well in the same room. 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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RAL 160-M vs Ash Violet Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see RAL 160-M on one side and Ash Violet 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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