RAL 180-1 vs Water Squirt
RAL 180-1 (RAL Effect) and Water Squirt (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. These are both blues, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within blue to land. The 31-point LRV gap — 80 for Water Squirt vs 49 for RAL 180-1 — means Water Squirt will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 17.3 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 Water Squirt Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see RAL 180-1 on one side and Water Squirt 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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