RAL 180-1 vs Silver Lake
RAL 180-1 is a RAL Effect color while Silver Lake comes from Sherwin-Williams. Hue-wise, RAL 180-1 belongs to the blue family and Silver Lake to the blue-grey family. At LRV 53 vs 49, Silver Lake will read as the brighter of the two — a 4-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 5.4, 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 180-1 vs Silver Lake Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see RAL 180-1 on one side and Silver Lake 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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