Buttercup vs RAL 280-6
Buttercup is a Benjamin Moore color while RAL 280-6 comes from RAL Effect. These are both beiges, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within beige to land. At LRV 39 vs 34, Buttercup will read as the brighter of the two — a 5-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 5.1, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. 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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Buttercup vs RAL 280-6 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Buttercup on one side and RAL 280-6 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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