RAL 440-2 vs Gladiola
RAL 440-2 is a RAL Effect color while Gladiola comes from Sherwin-Williams. These are both pink-reds, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within pink-red to land. At LRV 20 vs 18, Gladiola will read as the brighter of the two — a 3-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 4.6, 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 440-2 vs Gladiola Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see RAL 440-2 on one side and Gladiola 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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