California Hills vs RAL 280-3
California Hills (Benjamin Moore) and RAL 280-3 (RAL Effect) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, California Hills belongs to the beige-yellow family and RAL 280-3 to the beige family. The 3-point LRV gap — 53 for RAL 280-3 vs 50 for California Hills — means RAL 280-3 will open up a space more effectively. ΔE 5.2 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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California Hills vs RAL 280-3 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see California Hills on one side and RAL 280-3 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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