Ranch Mink vs RAL 850-4
Where Ranch Mink belongs to PPG's range, RAL 850-4 is a RAL Effect color. Ranch Mink reads as greige-grey, while RAL 850-4 reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. RAL 850-4 (LRV 27) reflects noticeably more light than Ranch Mink (LRV 24), a difference of 3 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 6.9 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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Ranch Mink vs RAL 850-4 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Ranch Mink on one side and RAL 850-4 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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