Cotswold vs RAL 770-5
Where Cotswold belongs to Benjamin Moore's range, RAL 770-5 is a RAL Effect color. Hue-wise, Cotswold belongs to the beige-greige family and RAL 770-5 to the greige-grey family. RAL 770-5 (LRV 43) reflects noticeably more light than Cotswold (LRV 39), a difference of 4 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 4.8 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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Cotswold vs RAL 770-5 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Cotswold on one side and RAL 770-5 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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