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RAL 720-1

Often used for its versatile and reflective qualities, RAL 720-1 remains a staple for RAL Effect designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to provide a clean, timeless feel that works across various lighting conditions. We've gathered 12 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#C2E3DE

LRV

68.95

Light Reflectance Value
68.95
light

RAL 720-1 in Real Rooms

RAL 720-1 has a high LRV of 68.95 — it reflects a lot of light and will read pale and airy in most spaces.

2 Kitchen Cabinets Photos

The way RAL 720-1 interacts with under-cabinet lighting is transformative. It catches the glow and reflects a softer, more diffused light onto the countertops, making the workspace feel more inviting and less utilitarian.

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RAL Effect undefined RAL 720-1 kitchen cabinets

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RAL Effect undefined RAL 720-1 kitchen cabinets

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1 Bedroom Photo

For guest bedrooms, RAL 720-1 is a welcoming embrace. It's a universally appealing tone that feels clean and fresh for new arrivals, yet has enough "personality" to make their stay feel special and considered. It works across all seasons, feeling cool in summer and cozy in winter.

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RAL Effect undefined RAL 720-1 bedroom

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2 Bathroom Photos

The psychology of RAL 720-1 in a bathroom is all about the "slow down." It's a visual cue to breathe, relax, and take your time, turning a utilitarian room into a true retreat from the frantic pace of the rest of the world.

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RAL Effect undefined RAL 720-1 bathroom

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RAL Effect undefined RAL 720-1 minimalist bathroom

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1 Kitchen Photo

On kitchen walls, RAL 720-1 adds a considered, intentional feel without demanding too much attention in a busy space. It holds its own against both warm wood countertops and cool quartz or marble, making it an incredibly flexible choice for the hardest-working and most high-traffic room in the house.

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RAL Effect undefined RAL 720-1 kitchen review

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1 House Photo

Exterior paint earns its keep over years, not months — it needs to handle bleaching summers, wet winters, and the slow shifts of a neighborhood's context. RAL 720-1 has the depth and pigment quality to age gracefully through all of it.

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RAL Effect undefined RAL 720-1 victorian house interior

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2 Misc Photos

These photos show RAL 720-1 in spaces that don't fit neatly into a single category: transitional spaces, accent applications, and rooms where the color becomes a fine detail rather than a broad backdrop.

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RAL Effect undefined RAL 720-1 kidsroom interior, children's room

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RAL Effect undefined RAL 720-1 japandi interior

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3 Living Room Photos

The beauty of RAL 720-1 in a living room lies in its versatility with textures. It provides a smooth, matte-like quality that contrasts beautifully against plush velvet sofas or chunky wool rugs. It's a color that invites you to stay a little longer, creating an atmosphere that feels established rather than just decorated.

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RAL Effect undefined RAL 720-1 living room

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RAL Effect undefined RAL 720-1 living room walls

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RAL Effect undefined RAL 720-1 living room

RAL Effect undefined RAL 720-1 living room

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Color Codes

HEX#C2E3DE
RGB194, 227, 222
HSL171° 37% 83%
CMYK15 0 2 11
CIE LabL: 87.8 a: -11.8 b: -1.2
XYZX: 62.90 Y: 71.68 Z: 79.61