Ionic Column vs RAL 180-1
Ionic Column (Benjamin Moore) and RAL 180-1 (RAL Effect) come from different manufacturers. Ionic Column reads as beige, while RAL 180-1 reads as blue — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 22-point LRV gap — 70 for Ionic Column vs 49 for RAL 180-1 — means Ionic Column will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 20.1 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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Ionic Column vs RAL 180-1 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Ionic Column 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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