Swiss Brown vs RAL 180-1
Swiss Brown (Behr) and RAL 180-1 (RAL Effect) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Swiss Brown belongs to the greige-grey family and RAL 180-1 to the blue family. The 36-point LRV gap — 49 for RAL 180-1 vs 12 for Swiss Brown — means RAL 180-1 will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 38.1 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. 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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Swiss Brown vs RAL 180-1 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Swiss Brown 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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