RAL 280-1 vs Timid Absinthe
Where RAL 280-1 belongs to RAL Effect's range, Timid Absinthe is a Valspar color. RAL 280-1 reads as beige, while Timid Absinthe reads as yellow — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. RAL 280-1 (LRV 75) reflects noticeably more light than Timid Absinthe (LRV 72), a difference of 3 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 22.3, 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 280-1 vs Timid Absinthe Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see RAL 280-1 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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