RAL 290-5 vs Butterfield
Where RAL 290-5 belongs to RAL Effect's range, Butterfield is a Sherwin-Williams color. Both sit in the beige family, which is useful context if you're narrowing within a single hue direction. Butterfield (LRV 57) reflects noticeably more light than RAL 290-5 (LRV 45), a difference of 12 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 8.4 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. 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 290-5 vs Butterfield Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see RAL 290-5 on one side and Butterfield 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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