Oxford Brown vs RAL 840-M
Oxford Brown (Benjamin Moore) and RAL 840-M (RAL Effect) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, Oxford Brown belongs to the greige-grey family and RAL 840-M to the grey family. The 6-point LRV gap — 6 for RAL 840-M vs 0 for Oxford Brown — means RAL 840-M will open up a space more effectively. ΔE 4.4 means they're clearly different, but not dramatically so — they'd pair well in the same room. 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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Oxford Brown vs RAL 840-M Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Oxford Brown on one side and RAL 840-M 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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