Hearth Red vs RAL 340-3
Hearth Red is a Benjamin Moore color while RAL 340-3 comes from RAL Effect. Hearth Red reads as pink-red, while RAL 340-3 reads as pink — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. With LRVs of 13 and 12, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. At ΔE 6.7, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. 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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Hearth Red vs RAL 340-3 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Hearth Red on one side and RAL 340-3 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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