RAL 740-M
With a focus on genuinely dark tones, RAL 740-M (RAL 740-M) is a standout paint color in our database. It was selected for this featured gallery for its ability to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. See it applied across 4 real world scenarios and find professional pairing data below.
Hex
#3A6F5F
LRV
11.21
RAL 740-M in Real Rooms
RAL 740-M has a low LRV of 11.21 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color.
1 Bedroom Photo
There's a rhythmic quality to RAL 740-M in a bedroom. It's a color that supports the circadian rhythm, mirroring the natural shadows of the evening and providing a neutral, non-stimulating canvas for the brain to decompress after a long day of digital exposure.
RAL Effect undefined RAL 740-M bedroom
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1 Living Room Photo
RAL 740-M anchors the living room with a quiet, architectural confidence. Its depth shifts subtly through the day — cooler in the crisp morning light and significantly warmer by lamplight in the evening — making it a natural fit for a space meant for both high-energy gathering and silent unwinding. To maximize the effect, layer in natural white oak, heavy linen, and soft metallics to let the color truly breathe.
RAL Effect undefined RAL 740-M living room
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2 Misc Photos
RAL 740-M shows up in some unexpected spaces in these photos — hallways, laundry rooms, and accent walls. Each one makes the case that the color's versatility extends well beyond the obvious applications into every corner of the home.
RAL Effect undefined RAL 740-M kidsroom interior, children's room
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RAL Effect undefined RAL 740-M japandi interior
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