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RAL 480-M

We've categorized RAL 480-M as a versatile paint color because of its unique LRV profile. We have documented it across our network because it can perfect for adding character to any space so effectively. Explore our collection of 10 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.

Hex

#A87579

LRV

23.52

Light Reflectance Value
23.52
dark

RAL 480-M in Real Rooms

RAL 480-M has a medium LRV of 23.52 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades.

1 Kitchen Cabinets Photo

On kitchen cabinets, RAL 480-M adds a considered, intentional feel without demanding attention. It holds its own against both warm wood countertops and cool quartz, making it a flexible choice for the hardest-working room in the house.

RAL Effect undefined RAL 480-M kitchen cabinets

RAL Effect undefined RAL 480-M kitchen cabinets

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1 Bedroom Photo

RAL 480-M creates a bedroom that feels deliberately calm rather than accidentally plain. The color absorbs the first rays of morning light without bouncing them back harshly, which means waking up in this environment feels gentle and gradual. Keep the window treatments simple and let the walls do the heavy lifting.

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RAL Effect undefined RAL 480-M bedroom

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2 Bathroom Photos

Small bathrooms amplify whatever color is on the wall, which makes the choice more consequential than it first appears. RAL 480-M has enough depth to register without closing the room in, and it plays well with white subway tile or warm wood accents.

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RAL Effect undefined RAL 480-M bathroom

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RAL Effect undefined RAL 480-M minimalist bathroom

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1 Kitchen Photo

In a modern kitchen, RAL 480-M provides the necessary "organic" touch to offset stainless steel appliances and glass backsplashes. It prevents the kitchen from feeling like a laboratory, injecting a much-needed sense of domestic warmth and culinary inspiration.

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RAL Effect undefined RAL 480-M kitchen interior

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1 House Photo

In suburban environments, RAL 480-M provides a sophisticated point of difference. It stands out from the sea of beige and grey without being "that house" that's too loud. It's the subtle, high-end choice that improves the curb appeal of the entire block.

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RAL Effect undefined RAL 480-M victorian house interior

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2 Misc Photos

Observe the use of RAL 480-M on architectural "oddities"—slanted ceilings, built-in nooks, or under-stair closets. The color helps these strange angles feel like deliberate design features rather than construction afterthoughts.

RAL Effect undefined RAL 480-M kidsroom interior, children's room

RAL Effect undefined RAL 480-M kidsroom interior, children's room

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RAL Effect undefined RAL 480-M japandi interior

RAL Effect undefined RAL 480-M japandi interior

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2 Living Room Photos

RAL 480-M provides a subtle architectural "lift" to a living room, especially those with high ceilings or intricate crown molding. The way shadows settle into the corners with this particular shade adds a layer of history and gravity to the space, making even a new build feel like it has stories to tell.

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RAL Effect undefined RAL 480-M living room walls

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RAL Effect undefined RAL 480-M living room

RAL Effect undefined RAL 480-M living room

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Color Codes

HEX#A87579
RGB168, 117, 121
HSL355° 23% 56%
CMYK0 30 28 34
CIE LabL: 54.5 a: 20.6 b: 5.9
XYZX: 25.96 Y: 22.43 Z: 21.05