RAL 490-2 vs Magnolia
Where RAL 490-2 belongs to RAL Effect's range, Magnolia is a Tikkurila color. Both sit in the pink-red family, which is useful context if you're narrowing within a single hue direction. RAL 490-2 (LRV 68) reflects noticeably more light than Magnolia (LRV 60), a difference of 8 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. The ΔE 4.9 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. Below you'll find 1 real-room photo comparison where both colors appear side by side, plus 5 simulated room previews.
RAL 490-2 vs Magnolia in Real Spaces
1 real room side by side. RAL 490-2 and Magnolia are close enough that the difference can be hard to judge from a chip alone — these photos show how each reads at scale, across different spaces and lighting conditions.
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RAL 490-2 vs Magnolia Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see RAL 490-2 on one side and Magnolia 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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