Amethyst Shadow vs RAL 180-1
Amethyst Shadow (Benjamin Moore) and RAL 180-1 (RAL Effect) come from different manufacturers. Amethyst Shadow reads as blue-grey, while RAL 180-1 reads as blue — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 30-point LRV gap — 49 for RAL 180-1 vs 18 for Amethyst Shadow — means RAL 180-1 will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 28.2 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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Amethyst Shadow vs RAL 180-1 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Amethyst Shadow 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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