RAL 520-2 vs Orchid
RAL 520-2 (RAL Effect) and Orchid (Tikkurila) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, RAL 520-2 belongs to the pink family and Orchid to the pink-red family. The 8-point LRV gap — 67 for Orchid vs 59 for RAL 520-2 — means Orchid will open up a space more effectively. A ΔE of 12.5 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. 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 520-2 vs Orchid Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see RAL 520-2 on one side and Orchid 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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