Blue Hydrangea vs RAL 180-1
Blue Hydrangea (Benjamin Moore) and RAL 180-1 (RAL Effect) come from different manufacturers. These are both blues, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within blue to land. The 13-point LRV gap — 62 for Blue Hydrangea vs 49 for RAL 180-1 — means Blue Hydrangea will open up a space more effectively. ΔE 9.5 means they're clearly different, but not dramatically so — they'd pair well in the same room. 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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Blue Hydrangea vs RAL 180-1 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Blue Hydrangea 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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