RAL 870-2 vs Slate Violet
RAL 870-2 (RAL Effect) and Slate Violet (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, RAL 870-2 belongs to the grey family and Slate Violet to the grey-purple family. Their light reflectance values are nearly the same — 30 vs 29 — so neither will read significantly brighter or darker than the other. A ΔE of 2.0 puts them in subtle territory — distinguishable in direct comparison, less so from across a 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 870-2 vs Slate Violet Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see RAL 870-2 on one side and Slate 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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