RAL 180-1 vs Polar Bear
RAL 180-1 is a RAL Effect color while Polar Bear comes from Sherwin-Williams. RAL 180-1 reads as blue, while Polar Bear reads as beige — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 74 vs 49, Polar Bear will read as the brighter of the two — a 26-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 22.7, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. 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 Polar Bear Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see RAL 180-1 on one side and Polar Bear 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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