RAL 230-1 vs Timid Absinthe
RAL 230-1 (RAL Effect) and Timid Absinthe (Valspar) come from different manufacturers. RAL 230-1 reads as green-yellow, while Timid Absinthe reads as yellow — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 13-point LRV gap — 72 for Timid Absinthe vs 59 for RAL 230-1 — means Timid Absinthe will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 15.5 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 230-1 vs Timid Absinthe Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see RAL 230-1 on one side and Timid Absinthe 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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