RAL 230-5
Often used for its genuinely dark qualities, RAL 230-5 remains a staple for RAL Effect designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. We've gathered 5 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#396938
LRV
9.33
RAL 230-5 in Real Rooms
RAL 230-5 has a low LRV of 9.33 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color.
1 Bedroom Photo
Pairing RAL 230-5 with tonal textures—like a silk rug or a bouclé chair—creates a layered, monochromatic look that is the height of sophistication for a bedroom. It proves that you don't need high-contrast colors to create a room that feels high-design and deeply personal.
RAL Effect undefined RAL 230-5 bedroom
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2 Misc Photos
Note how RAL 230-5 is used as a "ceiling color" in some of these rooms. This "fifth wall" application is a bold designer move that can make a room feel infinitely more cozy and architecturally unique.
RAL Effect undefined RAL 230-5 wall
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RAL Effect undefined RAL 230-5 japandi interior
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1 Kitchen Photo
Kitchens are often the noisiest rooms in the house; RAL 230-5 provides the visual equivalent of acoustic dampening. Its steady, calm presence helps lower the "volume" of the room, creating a more pleasant environment for cooking and conversation.
RAL Effect undefined RAL 230-5 kitchen painted backsplash
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1 House Photo
On the exterior, RAL 230-5 holds up across all lighting conditions — crisp in full sun, rich and dimensional on overcast days. It pairs especially well with white trim, black window frames, and natural stone, giving the home a timeless, curated presence.
RAL Effect undefined RAL 230-5 victorian house interior
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