Citrona vs RAL 240-1
Where Citrona belongs to Farrow & Ball's range, RAL 240-1 is a RAL Effect color. These are both beige-yellows, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within beige-yellow to land. RAL 240-1 (LRV 63) reflects noticeably more light than Citrona (LRV 57), a difference of 6 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 7.8 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. Below you'll find 1 real-room photo comparison where both colors appear side by side, plus 5 simulated room previews.
Citrona vs RAL 240-1 in Real Spaces
1 real room side by side. Citrona and RAL 240-1 are close enough that the difference can be hard to judge from a chip alone — these photos show how each reads at scale, across different spaces and lighting conditions.
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Citrona vs RAL 240-1 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Citrona on one side and RAL 240-1 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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