RAL 140-5 vs French Vanilla
RAL 140-5 is a RAL Effect color while French Vanilla comes from Sherwin-Williams. These are both beiges, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within beige to land. At LRV 83 vs 80, French Vanilla will read as the brighter of the two — a 3-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 3.1, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. 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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RAL 140-5 vs French Vanilla Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see RAL 140-5 on one side and French Vanilla 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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