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RAL 790-3

We've categorized RAL 790-3 as a genuinely dark paint color because of its unique LRV profile. We have documented it across our network because it can anchor a room without demanding the spotlight so effectively. Explore our collection of 4 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.

Hex

#313538

LRV

4.48

Light Reflectance Value
4.48
dark

RAL 790-3 in Real Rooms

RAL 790-3 has a low LRV of 4.48 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color.

1 Kitchen Cabinets Photo

RAL 790-3 cabinets paired with a matching backsplash create a "monolith" look that is incredibly popular in contemporary design. It's a bold, seamless approach that makes the kitchen feel integrated into the home's overall architecture.

RAL Effect undefined RAL 790-3 kitchen cabinets

RAL Effect undefined RAL 790-3 kitchen cabinets

Plan Home visualization

1 Bedroom Photo

Pairing RAL 790-3 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 790-3 bedroom

RAL Effect undefined RAL 790-3 bedroom

Plan Home visualization

1 Misc Photo

Note how RAL 790-3 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 790-3 japandi interior

RAL Effect undefined RAL 790-3 japandi interior

Plan Home visualization

1 Bathroom Photo

The psychology of RAL 790-3 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.

RAL Effect undefined RAL 790-3 minimalist bathroom

RAL Effect undefined RAL 790-3 minimalist bathroom

Plan Home visualization

Color Codes

HEX#313538
RGB49, 53, 56
HSL206° 7% 21%
CMYK13 5 0 78
CIE LabL: 21.9 a: -1.0 b: -2.5
XYZX: 3.25 Y: 3.48 Z: 4.24