RAL 240-6
RAL 240-6 is a genuinely dark paint color from RAL Effect. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. Below, you'll find 7 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.
Hex
#4F6D35
LRV
11.28
RAL 240-6 in Real Rooms
RAL 240-6 has a low LRV of 11.28 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color.
2 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
Choosing RAL 240-6 for cabinets allows you to be more adventurous with your tile and stone choices. Because the cabinetry is so well-grounded, it can balance out a heavily veined marble or a colorful geometric backsplash without the room feeling "busy."
RAL Effect undefined RAL 240-6 kitchen cabinets
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RAL Effect undefined RAL 240-6 small kitchen cabinets
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1 Bedroom Photo
The bedroom is where RAL 240-6 really earns its place as a sanctuary. Away from direct sunlight, the color settles into a rich, cocooning tone that actively promotes rest and psychological slowing. Pair it with crisp white bedding and warm-toned wood nightstands to keep the overall palette from feeling too heavy or closed-in.
RAL Effect undefined RAL 240-6 bedroom
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1 Bathroom Photo
Bathrooms test color in specific ways — task lighting, tile grout, and chrome or brass fixtures all compete for attention. RAL 240-6 holds its own against all of it, and tends to photograph even better than it reads in person.
RAL Effect undefined RAL 240-6 bathroom
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2 Living Room Photos
Few colors transition as gracefully from day to evening as RAL 240-6. In natural light, it reads clean, grounded, and modern; by candlelight or lamp, it deepens into something much more soulful. For a living room that needs to function as a bright morning coffee spot and a moody evening lounge, that tonal range is an invaluable asset.
RAL Effect undefined RAL 240-6 living room
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RAL Effect undefined RAL 240-6 living room
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1 Misc Photo
See how RAL 240-6 is used in narrow hallways to create a "gallery" feel. The color provides a steady, rhythmic background that allows a series of framed photos or art pieces to feel like a cohesive, professional installation.
RAL Effect undefined RAL 240-6 japandi interior
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