Grotto vs Black grey

Tikkurila
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RAL Classic

Where Grotto belongs to Tikkurila's range, Black grey is a RAL Classic color. Grotto (LRV 10) reflects noticeably more light than Black grey (LRV 6), a difference of 4 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 21.2, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question.

Grotto vs Black grey Color Comparison

Bathroom
Bedroom
House
Kitchen Cabinets
Living Room

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.

ΔE 21.2Distinct difference

Color Details

Grotto
Tikkurila · M449
Hex#5B5B4A
LRV10.2
BrandTikkurila
NumberM449
Undertone
Temperature
Brightnessdark
View Grotto
Black grey
RAL Classic · RAL 7021
Hex#2F3234
LRV6.5
BrandRAL Classic
NumberRAL 7021
Undertone
Temperature
Brightnessdark
View Black grey

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