Tinsel vs RAL 860-1
Where Tinsel belongs to PPG's range, RAL 860-1 is a RAL Effect color. Hue-wise, Tinsel belongs to the blue-grey family and RAL 860-1 to the grey family. They have nearly identical light reflectance values (68 vs 70), so they'll read as similarly Light in most lighting conditions. At ΔE 2.0, these are close — the kind of difference that matters when choosing between them, but doesn't read strongly in a finished room. 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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Tinsel vs RAL 860-1 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Tinsel on one side and RAL 860-1 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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