Tawny Port vs RAL 180-1
Where Tawny Port belongs to Benjamin Moore's range, RAL 180-1 is a RAL Effect color. Tawny Port reads as pink, while RAL 180-1 reads as blue — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. RAL 180-1 (LRV 49) reflects noticeably more light than Tawny Port (LRV 14), a difference of 35 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 46.2, 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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Tawny Port vs RAL 180-1 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Tawny Port 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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