Espresso Bean vs RAL 180-1
Espresso Bean (Benjamin Moore) and RAL 180-1 (RAL Effect) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Espresso Bean belongs to the grey family and RAL 180-1 to the blue family. The 43-point LRV gap — 49 for RAL 180-1 vs 6 for Espresso Bean — means RAL 180-1 will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 55.0 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. 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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Espresso Bean vs RAL 180-1 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Espresso Bean 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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