Traffic orange vs RAL 390-4
Traffic orange is a RAL Classic color while RAL 390-4 comes from RAL Effect. Traffic orange reads as beige, while RAL 390-4 reads as beige-pink — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 24 vs 17, Traffic orange will read as the brighter of the two — a 6-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 7.3, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. Below you'll find 2 real-room photo comparisons where both colors appear side by side, plus 5 simulated room previews.
Traffic orange vs RAL 390-4 in Real Spaces
2 real rooms side by side. Traffic orange and RAL 390-4 are close enough that the difference can be hard to judge from a chip alone — these photos show how each reads at scale, across different spaces and lighting conditions.
Kitchen
Kitchen lighting tends to be bright and directional, which sharpens contrast and makes undertone differences more apparent. The brightness difference is modest but present — Traffic orange gives the walls a little more lift.
Kitchen Cabinets
On cabinetry, undertone and temperature become more pronounced against countertops and hardware. The brightness difference is modest but present — Traffic orange gives the walls a little more lift.
Color Details
Traffic orange vs RAL 390-4 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Traffic orange on one side and RAL 390-4 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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