Sultan Sand vs RAL 490-2
Where Sultan Sand belongs to PPG's range, RAL 490-2 is a RAL Effect color. Hue-wise, Sultan Sand belongs to the beige-pink family and RAL 490-2 to the pink-red family. RAL 490-2 (LRV 68) reflects noticeably more light than Sultan Sand (LRV 61), a difference of 7 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 7.8 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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Sultan Sand vs RAL 490-2 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Sultan Sand on one side and RAL 490-2 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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