Apollo Gold vs RAL 280-4
Where Apollo Gold belongs to PPG's range, RAL 280-4 is a RAL Effect color. These are both beiges, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within beige to land. Apollo Gold (LRV 49) reflects noticeably more light than RAL 280-4 (LRV 44), a difference of 5 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 4.9 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. 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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Apollo Gold vs RAL 280-4 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Apollo Gold on one side and RAL 280-4 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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