Polaris vs RAL 180-1
Where Polaris belongs to PPG's range, RAL 180-1 is a RAL Effect color. Polaris reads as blue-grey, while RAL 180-1 reads as blue — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. RAL 180-1 (LRV 49) reflects noticeably more light than Polaris (LRV 41), a difference of 8 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 8.1 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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Polaris vs RAL 180-1 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Polaris on one side and RAL 180-1 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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