RAL 180-1 vs Ecru
RAL 180-1 (RAL Effect) and Ecru (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, RAL 180-1 belongs to the blue family and Ecru to the beige family. Their light reflectance values are nearly the same — 49 vs 51 — so neither will read significantly brighter or darker than the other. A ΔE of 29.3 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. 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 180-1 vs Ecru Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see RAL 180-1 on one side and Ecru 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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