Golden Straw vs RAL 130-5
Where Golden Straw belongs to Benjamin Moore's range, RAL 130-5 is a RAL Effect color. Hue-wise, Golden Straw belongs to the beige family and RAL 130-5 to the beige-yellow family. RAL 130-5 (LRV 76) reflects noticeably more light than Golden Straw (LRV 70), a difference of 6 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 4.0 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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Golden Straw vs RAL 130-5 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Golden Straw on one side and RAL 130-5 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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