Brown Tar vs RAL 180-1
Where Brown Tar belongs to Benjamin Moore's range, RAL 180-1 is a RAL Effect color. Brown Tar reads as beige-greige, while RAL 180-1 reads as blue — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. RAL 180-1 (LRV 49) reflects noticeably more light than Brown Tar (LRV 11), a difference of 38 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 45.1, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. 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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Brown Tar vs RAL 180-1 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Brown Tar 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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