Glimmer vs RAL 180-1
Where Glimmer belongs to Benjamin Moore's range, RAL 180-1 is a RAL Effect color. Hue-wise, Glimmer belongs to the beige-yellow family and RAL 180-1 to the blue family. Glimmer (LRV 65) reflects noticeably more light than RAL 180-1 (LRV 49), a difference of 16 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 75.5, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. 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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Glimmer vs RAL 180-1 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Glimmer 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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