Costa Rica Blue vs RAL 650-1
Where Costa Rica Blue belongs to Benjamin Moore's range, RAL 650-1 is a RAL Effect color. These are both blues, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within blue to land. Costa Rica Blue (LRV 46) reflects noticeably more light than RAL 650-1 (LRV 36), a difference of 11 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 6.1 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. 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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Costa Rica Blue vs RAL 650-1 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Costa Rica Blue on one side and RAL 650-1 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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