RAL 230-3 vs L380
RAL 230-3 is a RAL Effect color while L380 comes from Tikkurila. RAL 230-3 reads as green-yellow, while L380 reads as green — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 31 vs 20, RAL 230-3 will read as the brighter of the two — a 10-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 20.5, 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 230-3 vs L380 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see RAL 230-3 on one side and L380 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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