RAL 320-2 vs Cardboard
RAL 320-2 is a RAL Effect color while Cardboard comes from Sherwin-Williams. These are both beiges, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within beige to land. At LRV 25 vs 22, RAL 320-2 will read as the brighter of the two — a 4-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 9.3, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. 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 320-2 vs Cardboard Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see RAL 320-2 on one side and Cardboard 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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