Briar Rose vs RAL 490-5
Where Briar Rose belongs to PPG's range, RAL 490-5 is a RAL Effect color. These are both pink-reds, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within pink-red to land. RAL 490-5 (LRV 29) reflects noticeably more light than Briar Rose (LRV 25), a difference of 4 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 7.3 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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Briar Rose vs RAL 490-5 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Briar Rose on one side and RAL 490-5 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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