Sugared Almond vs RAL 520-2
Where Sugared Almond belongs to Farrow & Ball's range, RAL 520-2 is a RAL Effect color. Sugared Almond reads as pink-purple, while RAL 520-2 reads as pink — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. RAL 520-2 (LRV 59) reflects noticeably more light than Sugared Almond (LRV 56), a difference of 3 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 11.9, 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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Sugared Almond vs RAL 520-2 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Sugared Almond on one side and RAL 520-2 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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