Cottage White vs RAL 180-1
Cottage White is a Behr color while RAL 180-1 comes from RAL Effect. Cottage White reads as beige-white, while RAL 180-1 reads as blue — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 82 vs 49, Cottage White will read as the brighter of the two — a 34-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 24.4, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. Below, 5 simulated room previews show how each color reads at scale — real-room photos will be added as they become available.
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Cottage White vs RAL 180-1 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Cottage White on one side and RAL 180-1 on the other.
Digital color is approximate. These simulations are generated from the manufacturer's hex values and overlaid on grayscale room photos — your screen's calibration, brightness, and viewing angle all affect how they render. Before committing to either color, test physical samples in your own space under the light you actually live with.
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