RAL 180-1 vs Raindrop
Where RAL 180-1 belongs to RAL Effect's range, Raindrop is a Sherwin-Williams color. These are both blues, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within blue to land. Raindrop (LRV 52) reflects noticeably more light than RAL 180-1 (LRV 49), a difference of 3 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 10.8, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. 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 Raindrop Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see RAL 180-1 on one side and Raindrop 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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