Oak Buff vs RAL 180-1
Where Oak Buff belongs to PPG's range, RAL 180-1 is a RAL Effect color. Oak Buff (LRV 69) reflects noticeably more light than RAL 180-1 (LRV 49), a difference of 20 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 24.6, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question.
Oak Buff vs RAL 180-1 Color Comparison
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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