Steeple Gray vs RAL 180-1
Where Steeple Gray belongs to PPG's range, RAL 180-1 is a RAL Effect color. RAL 180-1 (LRV 49) reflects noticeably more light than Steeple Gray (LRV 30), a difference of 19 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 14.9, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question.
Steeple Gray 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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