RAL 180-1 vs Modern Lavender
Where RAL 180-1 belongs to RAL Effect's range, Modern Lavender is a Sherwin-Williams color. RAL 180-1 reads as blue, while Modern Lavender reads as blue-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. RAL 180-1 (LRV 49) reflects noticeably more light than Modern Lavender (LRV 40), a difference of 8 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 7.2 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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RAL 180-1 vs Modern Lavender Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see RAL 180-1 on one side and Modern Lavender 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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