Brainstorm vs RAL 120-5
Where Brainstorm belongs to PPG's range, RAL 120-5 is a RAL Effect color. Hue-wise, Brainstorm belongs to the yellow family and RAL 120-5 to the beige family. RAL 120-5 (LRV 70) reflects noticeably more light than Brainstorm (LRV 64), a difference of 6 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 5.1 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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Brainstorm vs RAL 120-5 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Brainstorm on one side and RAL 120-5 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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